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Mental Health Support Worker (Brunswick Village)

Mental Health Support Worker (Brunswick Village)

Support worker - Brunswick Village

Position Duration
Permanent
Role Type
Support/Care Worker
County
Tyne and Wear
Company
Lifeways Group
Salary / rate of pay
£13.45
Post Code
NE13
Town or City
Newcastle
Ref No
13901

Job Description

Mental Health Support Worker

Brunswick Gardens, Brunswick Village £[Insert Rate] per hour Full-Time, Part-Time & Bank Opportunities Available

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can change lives while building a future for yourself?

At Lifeways, we support people to live independently, achieve their goals, and be active members of their communities. As the UK's largest supported living healthcare provider, we've been delivering high-quality support services since 1995, and we're now looking for caring, dedicated individuals to join our team at Brunswick Gardens.

Whether you're experienced in care and support or looking for a completely new career path, we'd love to hear from you.

About Brunswick Gardens

Brunswick Gardens is a supported living service providing specialist support for adults with mental health needs.

Our modern service features sixteen self-contained one-bedroom apartments, allowing people to enjoy independent living while benefiting from a welcoming and supportive environment. The service includes:

  • Accessible communal and outdoor spaces
  • Assistive technology tailored to individual needs
  • CCTV, intercom, and Tunstall connected care systems
  • Lift access to upper floors
  • A friendly and supportive team dedicated to helping people thrive

The Role

As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting people to live fulfilling, independent lives.

Every day is different. You'll support individuals both at home and in the community, encouraging independence, wellbeing, and social inclusion.

Your responsibilities may include:

  • Providing person-centred support tailored to individual needs
  • Building positive and meaningful relationships
  • Supporting people to achieve personal goals and develop life skills
  • Encouraging community participation and social activities
  • Supporting with shopping, appointments, and daily living tasks
  • Promoting mental wellbeing, confidence, and independence
  • Maintaining accurate records and care documentation
  • Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and professionals

Activities may include:

  • Swimming
  • Shopping trips
  • Coffee outings
  • Cinema visits
  • Local clubs and community groups
  • Days out and leisure activities

What We're Looking For

We are looking for people who are:

  • Compassionate and caring
  • Reliable and committed
  • Positive and enthusiastic
  • Patient and resilient
  • Great communicators
  • Passionate about supporting others to reach their potential

Previous care experience is welcomed but not essential. We provide full training, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a career in health and social care.

What We Offer

When you join Lifeways, you'll receive:

✅ Fully paid induction and comprehensive training

✅ Ongoing support from an experienced management team

✅ Funded Health & Social Care qualifications

✅ Genuine career progression opportunities

✅ Flexible working options

✅ Employee benefits and reward schemes

✅ The opportunity to make a real difference every day

Hours Available

Full-Time: 37.5 hours per week

Part-Time: 12–30 hours per week

Bank/Sessional: Flexible hours to fit around your lifestyle

Please note that shifts are worked on a rota basis and will include some weekend working.

Start Your Journey Today

If you're looking for a meaningful role where you can positively impact people's lives while developing a rewarding career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Lifeways team.

Lifeways – Supporting individuals to live their best life, every day.

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