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Mental Health Support Worker

Job details
Posting date: 11 February 2026
Salary: £12.80 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 13 March 2026
Location: Hounslow, London
Remote working: On-site only
Company: P4 Recruitment Ltd
Job type: Temporary
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Summary

Support Worker – Supported Accommodation
Temporary – Full Time
37.5 hours per week
£12.80 per hour
Start Date - 1st April 2026

Recruiting on behalf of a leading charitable provider

P4 Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected charity in hiring Support Workers for a vibrant, 24‑hour supported living service. This specialist accommodation‑based setting supports adults aged 18–65 who are living with mental health needs, providing tailored, person‑centred assistance that promotes wellbeing, recovery, and independence.

The Role

As a Support Worker, you’ll play an essential part in helping individuals maintain good mental health, develop independent living skills, and thrive within their community. You’ll work collaboratively with mental health professionals and partner agencies to ensure each person receives consistent, holistic support.

Key Responsibilities

Support individuals to maintain wellbeing and achieve recovery-focused goals through culturally appropriate, person-led support
Assist service users in sustaining their tenancies and preventing accommodation breakdown
Work in partnership with mental health professionals and external agencies
Maintain a safe, inclusive environment aligned with the Equality Act 2010
Promote independence, encouraging individuals to live as independently as possible
Support with domestic tasks where needed
Maintain accurate digital records and reports

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential:

Experience supporting vulnerable individuals (paid, voluntary, or personal/life experience)
GCSE / Level 2 English (or equivalent)
Basic IT skills, including email and word processing
Non-judgemental, empathetic, and able to build trust with service users
Ability to maintain professional boundaries and create a safe environment
Problem‑solving skills related to areas such as benefits, education, and relationships
Willingness to collaborate with colleagues and external organisations
Ability to travel using personal or public transport
Flexibility to work a 24/7 rota pattern (including earlies, lates and weekends, with notice)

Desirable:

Lived experience of mental distress
NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

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