Hours: Fixed hours available for the right candidate
Perks: Paid Training | Pension Scheme | Employee Discounts & EAP | 28 Days Holiday (pro-rata)
Sponsorship: We cannot offer visa sponsorship
Key Points
- Female applicants only - this is a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010
- Drivers essential - clients are based across Brighton & Hove
- Support adults living with mental health challenges, including PTSD and Bipolar Disorder
- Fixed hours available for the right candidate
- Previous mental health support experience preferred
- Competitive hourly rate of £14.00 - £15.00 per hour
Build a Meaningful Career in Mental Health Support
Aurora Community Care is expanding its specialist support services and is seeking a compassionate and reliable Female Mental Health Support Worker to provide person-centred support to adults living with mental health challenges, including PTSD and Bipolar Disorder, across the Brighton & Hove area.
This role involves building positive, trusting relationships and supporting people to live independently, safely, and confidently within their homes and local communities. Support may occasionally involve working alongside family members and supporting wider wellbeing needs within the home environment.
If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely make a difference while building meaningful, long-term relationships with the people you support, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
- Provide practical and emotional support tailored to each individual's needs
- Support clients to access community activities, appointments, education, employment, and social opportunities
- Promote independence, wellbeing, and recovery-focused outcomes
- Assist with medication prompts and monitoring where required
- Support individuals during periods of increased anxiety or distress
- Encourage positive routines and healthy lifestyle choices
- Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with the wider care team
- Build professional, trusting relationships that promote stability and confidence
What You'll Need
- Female applicant - this is a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)
- Enhanced Adult and Children's DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
- A caring, patient, and non-judgemental approach
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and remain calm in challenging situations
- Experience supporting people with mental health needs, including PTSD and Bipolar Disorder, is preferred
- Previous experience in care, support work, social care, community services, or mental health settings would be advantageous
What You'll Get
- £14.00 - £15.00 per hour, depending on experience
- Fixed hours available for the right candidate
- Paid training and ongoing professional development
- Company pension scheme
- Employee discounts and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- 28 days holiday (pro-rata)
- Ongoing support from an experienced and friendly management team
- A rewarding role where your work has a genuine impact on people's lives
Join Aurora Community Care
At Aurora Community Care, we believe great support starts with great people. We're looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, and committed to helping others achieve greater independence and wellbeing.
Apply today and become part of a growing care provider dedicated to delivering outstanding, person-centred support across Sussex.
If you do not meet the specific requirements of this role, please consider applying for one of our other vacancies.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Benefits
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Store discount
Application Questions
- Do you have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle?
- Do you have experience supporting people with mental health needs?
- Are you willing to undergo an Enhanced Adult and Children's DBS check?
- Do you have an unrestricted right to work in the UK?
Pay: £14.00-£30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
