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Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

Physical Health Support Worker

The closing date is 03 October 2025

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Job summary

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.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Physical Health Support Worker to join our busy and friendly team .

The Later Life Team supports Adults over the age of 65 years who have secondary mental health needs, both organic and functional as well as carrying out Memory Assessments.

We cover the South Manchester area and support people living in their own homes, sheltered/Extra Care Housing or in care homes.

We are looking for someone who is committed to the health needs of Older Adults and whilst this post does not require professional registration, experience of mental health is essential.

The post holder's professional development will be supported by the service through regular supervision and training opportunities

Main duties of the job

The post holder will complete physiological assessments of our service users.

This includes taking and recording physical observations such as blood pressure, pulse, and weight as well as Venepuncture. Training will be available for this for the right candidate

Supporting the Memory Treatment pathway by undertaking relevant observations

Assessing service users holistically and completing Physical Health Assessments. These visits will take place in service users' homes

Be an active and contributing member of the Community Mental Health Team and feedback to MDT as needed

The postholder will provide information on health promotion which may include smoking cessation, alcohol use, dietary needs appropriate to our client group

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.

Details

Date posted

26 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

437-7445777

Job locations

Etrop Court

2nd Floor, Etrop Court

25 Rowlandsway

M22 5RG


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached 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)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached 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

Qualifications

Essential

  • Recognised competency based level 3 NVQ in relevant subject area or equivalent demonstrable experience

Desirable

  • Experience in working with older people in hospital or community setting

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in working within mental health setting
  • Experience of MDT working

Desirable

  • Experience of working in community setting

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Good organisational skills and ability to work flexibly

Desirable

  • Understanding of how to engage service users
  • Understanding of health promotion
  • Understanding of physical health needs of mental health users
  • Skills in physical health care observations
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Recognised competency based level 3 NVQ in relevant subject area or equivalent demonstrable experience

Desirable

  • Experience in working with older people in hospital or community setting

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in working within mental health setting
  • Experience of MDT working

Desirable

  • Experience of working in community setting

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Good organisational skills and ability to work flexibly

Desirable

  • Understanding of how to engage service users
  • Understanding of health promotion
  • Understanding of physical health needs of mental health users
  • Skills in physical health care observations

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

Address

Etrop Court

2nd Floor, Etrop Court

25 Rowlandsway

M22 5RG


Employer's website

https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

Address

Etrop Court

2nd Floor, Etrop Court

25 Rowlandsway

M22 5RG


Employer's website

https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Team Manger

Elsveridge Ametepe

elsveridge.ametepe@gmmh.nhs.uk

01612192336

Details

Date posted

26 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

437-7445777

Job locations

Etrop Court

2nd Floor, Etrop Court

25 Rowlandsway

M22 5RG


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