Job summary
The post holder will provide Support, give Time to an allocated group of service users and promote their recovery. To assist the Care Coordinator and the Multi-disciplinary team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual care plans. The purpose of this post is to work as part of a team focusing on the direct needs of service users working across boundaries of care and organisations and use the agreed set of values and skills to underpin their day-to-day work. To provide a flexible working pattern that meets the needs of service users.
Please note - This role is not eligible for sponsorship unless you meet criteria by temporary exemption from current changes to immigration rules put in force on 22/07/2025. Separate provisions are applied to workers who have been sponsored and held continuously Skilled Worker visa since prior to 04/04/2024.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for contributing to the Step-Down Process of service users in the community. This will include attending and actively participating in MDT's, training sessions, care plan review meetings and care coordinator as required.
Under supervision from the MDT, carry out prescribed care as per an agreed care plan to meet the individual needs of service users.
To assist in the development and preparation of activities that conforms to the goals of an agreed care plan.
To positively promote independent living within the community and make activities responsive to the needs of the service user
To provide support with daily living activities which promote social inclusion and recovery
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
ched job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
JD/PS
Essential
- Able to read and write
- Good communication skills
- Previous experience working with in a caring role.
- Understanding of the mental health system.
- Basic IT skills.
Desirable
- Vocational care qualification in the health and social care field.
- Previous experience of working in a mental health setting.
- Awareness of Community Resources available to support service users' recovery and how to access these.
- Demonstrable knowledge of local mental health services and other related services.
PS/JD
Essential
- Understanding of the mental health system.
- A keenness to make a positive contribution to improving the quality of life for people with mental health problems.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as an effective team member in a range of settings.
- Ability to provide practical support with daily living activities.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to prioritise and organise own workload.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a community mental health team
- Demonstrable knowledge of local mental health services and other related services.
- Awareness of Community Resources available to support service users' recovery and how to access these.
Person Specification
JD/PS
Essential
- Able to read and write
- Good communication skills
- Previous experience working with in a caring role.
- Understanding of the mental health system.
- Basic IT skills.
Desirable
- Vocational care qualification in the health and social care field.
- Previous experience of working in a mental health setting.
- Awareness of Community Resources available to support service users' recovery and how to access these.
- Demonstrable knowledge of local mental health services and other related services.
PS/JD
Essential
- Understanding of the mental health system.
- A keenness to make a positive contribution to improving the quality of life for people with mental health problems.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as an effective team member in a range of settings.
- Ability to provide practical support with daily living activities.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to prioritise and organise own workload.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a community mental health team
- Demonstrable knowledge of local mental health services and other related services.
- Awareness of Community Resources available to support service users' recovery and how to access these.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
