Senior Support Worker - Residential Mental Health
| Posting date: | 11 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.79 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Sleep ins paid at additional rate |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 December 2025 |
| Location: | Guildford, Surrey |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | P4 Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: |
Summary
Senior Support Worker (Mental Health Residential)
Location: Guildford
Salary: £15.79 per hour plus additional per sleep
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week - mix of Early and Late shifts, 1 sleep per week across a 7 day rota.
P4 Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to join a residential service supporting individuals with mental health needs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by helping service users live their best lives, promoting independence, wellbeing, and social inclusion.
About the Role
As a Senior Support Worker, you will:
Provide hands-on support to service users, helping them set and achieve personal goals.
Line manage Support Workers and/or volunteers, including carrying out supervisions.
Deputise for the Service Manager or Team Leader when required.
Carry out risk assessments and ensure Health & Safety compliance.
Assist with medication management, personal care, and daily living tasks.
Maintain accurate records and reports using computer-based systems.
Work collaboratively with external professionals and attend placement reviews.
What We’re Looking For
At least 2 years’ experience in mental health or similar frontline support roles.
NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards it).
Strong communication skills and ability to maintain professional boundaries.
Resilience and empathy when supporting individuals with complex needs.
Basic IT skills (email, word processing).
Ability to work flexibly, including lone working and occasional domestic tasks.
Desirable: Supervisory experience.
Why Join?
Opportunity to make a positive impact in people’s lives.
Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development.
Permanent contract with competitive pay and benefits.
Location: Guildford
Salary: £15.79 per hour plus additional per sleep
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week - mix of Early and Late shifts, 1 sleep per week across a 7 day rota.
P4 Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to join a residential service supporting individuals with mental health needs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by helping service users live their best lives, promoting independence, wellbeing, and social inclusion.
About the Role
As a Senior Support Worker, you will:
Provide hands-on support to service users, helping them set and achieve personal goals.
Line manage Support Workers and/or volunteers, including carrying out supervisions.
Deputise for the Service Manager or Team Leader when required.
Carry out risk assessments and ensure Health & Safety compliance.
Assist with medication management, personal care, and daily living tasks.
Maintain accurate records and reports using computer-based systems.
Work collaboratively with external professionals and attend placement reviews.
What We’re Looking For
At least 2 years’ experience in mental health or similar frontline support roles.
NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards it).
Strong communication skills and ability to maintain professional boundaries.
Resilience and empathy when supporting individuals with complex needs.
Basic IT skills (email, word processing).
Ability to work flexibly, including lone working and occasional domestic tasks.
Desirable: Supervisory experience.
Why Join?
Opportunity to make a positive impact in people’s lives.
Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development.
Permanent contract with competitive pay and benefits.