Female Outreach Support Worker – Full time, permanent
Immediate Start | Inverness Area | £13.45 - £14.00 per hour
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Are you a caring, compassionate individual with experience supporting people with mental health needs? Do you enjoy helping others live independently and achieve their goals? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
Gateway is looking for a dedicated Female Outreach Support Worker to join our friendly and supportive team on a full time, permanent basis.
About the Role
As an Outreach Support Worker, you'll make a real difference in people's lives by providing practical and emotional support within the community. No two days are the same, and your role may include:
- Supporting individuals with shopping and daily living tasks
- Accompanying clients to appointments
- Encouraging participation in social and leisure activities
- Promoting independence, wellbeing, and confidence
- Building positive, trusting relationships with service users
This role supports individuals experiencing mental health challenges, so previous experience working within a mental health setting is essential.
What We're Looking For
- At least 1 years’ experience supporting people with mental health needs
- Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
- Fluent English skills
- SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, or willingness to work towards it (fully funded by Gateway)A compassionate, reliable, and person-centred approach
- What We Offer
- Competitive pay of £13.45 - £14.00 per hour
- Paid travel time between service users
- Mileage allowance
- Paid PVG membership
- Workplace pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Ongoing training and development
- Fully funded SVQ2 qualification
- Access to charity worker discounts, Blue Light Card and Carer Discount Scheme
Important Information
This post is open to female applicants only, as being female is considered a Genuine Occupational Requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
If you're passionate about supporting others and want to join an organisation that truly values its staff, we'd love to hear from you.
For more information, contact us on 01463 718693 or email [email protected]
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.45-£14.00 per hour
Experience:
- support work with clients with low mental health: 1 year (required)
Language:
- Fluent in English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Drivers licence (required)
Work Location: In person
