Support Worker (Sponsorship Available) At Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust

Job Overview

An opportunity has arisen to work at Cambeck Close supporting children & adults with a learning disability.

This role provides an opportunity to develop skills and experience working alongside a dedicated team of professional staff, while also developing your own skills.

These roles will also provide support to the Senior Support Workers and will interlink with the Unit Manager, Administrator and other professionals.

The role requires shift work days & nights 7 days a week.

Job Details

Employer: Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust

Job Title: Support Worker

Location: United Kingdom

Salary: £25,760 – £27,476 per annum

Job Type: Full-time

Closing Date: 19/11/2026 12:00

Main Duties of the Job

You will provide high quality care and support to people accessing the service. They will assist in the delivery of the model of care under the guidance of the Unit Manager, & Senior Support Workers.

You will provide support which is therapeutic while also maintaining the persons safety and dignity, this may involve working with those that have challenging behaviour.

You will will assist in establishing care plans and in the delivery of care. The expectation will be to work within the boundaries of agreed instruction, whilst being supported within Trust procedures and policies.

Working for Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust

Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust is proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester – Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.

The Trust’s vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in its communities and its staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use its services. Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust is really proud of its #PennineCarePeople and does everything it can to make sure it’s a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. The Trust would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

• To support and contribute to the development and maintenance of an environment which is defined by high quality care and support.

• To work as an assistant or co-worker in therapeutic activities and / or group work with the support and guidance of senior staff.

• To listen and talk to service users, families and their carers’ and develop boundaried therapeutic relationships.

• To undertake and accurately document observations and clinical care in line with Trust Policy.

• To ensure effective communication, either verbal or written, amongst the team, reporting any change or unusual occurrence in the service user’s behaviour or condition.

• To accurately report and feedback any concerns.

• To understand the importance of and maintain the need for confidentiality in all service users matters.

• To participate in the maintenance of a clean, tidy and safe environment.

• To value diversity and promote equality of opportunity for all and to ensure individuals are treated fairly.

• To ensure that any interventions are provided in accordance with least restrictive practice.

• To carry out duties as allocated.

• To support the development and implementation of Positive Behaviour Support Plans.

• Attend to personal hygiene including bathing, toileting and dressing, promoting quality of life and independence.

• Support and assist at mealtimes as required.

• To attend education and training sessions specially arranged for the team.

• To carry out assigned tasks under the supervision of qualified staff.

• To provide guidance to new staff on the induction to the ward and participate in induction and training programmes for staff.

• To undertake support to new staff as appropriate, supporting them complete their care certificate.

• To act as a positive role model to the service users and staff.

• To demonstrate appropriate de-escalation skills in managing aggression exhibited by service users, subject to achieving agreed training and competency in Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression techniques.

• To attend / undertake statutory and mandatory training as required.

• To have an interest in self-development and be active in enhancing own personal knowledge.

• Escort service users as appropriate to areas outside the service as delegated.

• Adhere to appropriate Trust and local policies, procedures and guidelines.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential criteria

• NVQ level 3 in Care (or equivalent experience) or a commitment to work towards.

• Care Certificate or willing to work towards.

Desirable criteria

– Assessor in CC.

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of working with adults/children.

• Experience of working with people with a learning disability.

• Experience of working as a nursing assistant.

• Experience of carrying out clinical observations.

• Experience of Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression techniques.

Desirable criteria

• Experience of caring for others.

• Experience of working in a multi disciplinary team.

• Experience of being involved in the delivery of meaningful activities.

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Understanding of mental health difficulties and learning disabilities.

• An awareness of stigma and discrimination of people with mental health issues and learning disabilities.

• Awareness of ward procedures and clinical observations.

• Awareness of community system involved in care provision of people with a learning disability.

Desirable criteria

– Awareness of alternative and modified communication strategies.

Skills and Abilities

Essential criteria

• To complete clinical skills competency framework, include but not exclusive to, tracheostomy care, intrathecal feeding, respiratory care, medication administration and physical health monitoring.

• Able to impart knowledge, supervise and direct the work of others under supervision.

• Able to communicate effectively with patients and their carers’ and modify communication as required for clients with a learning disability.

• Able to remain calm in stressful situations and display patience and empathy.

• Able to report observations accurately and concisely.

• Able to develop and maintain effective therapeutic relationships patients and families.

• Able to organise day to day tasks and activities based on an agreed work plan.

Desirable criteria

• Willingness to participate in staff induction and training for junior staff.

• Awareness of reasonable adjustments to support in engaging clients in activities.

Application Support

The Trust recommends tailoring your application to each role, particularly your supporting information. This gives you the best chance of success. Your supporting information should clearly explain, with examples, how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role.

The Trust is aware of the increase in AI being used for job applications. AI can be a useful tool to assist in writing your application, but these tools may not understand the context or requirements of the job you are applying for and using for all your application will not be a true reflection of your skills and experience. Relying on AI for your whole application can negatively impact on your chances of success throughout the recruitment process as you will be asked to provide evidence to support what you have written. Take the time to proofread your application to ensure you can evidence what you have submitted, whether this is by your experience or certificates.

Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust also offers virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit the jobs events page on the Trust’s website.

Sponsorship Information

Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust is an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the government website.

After You Apply

Once your application is submitted, you’ll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.

If You’re Offered the Role

If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You’ll receive a formal conditional offer via email.

Pre-Employment Checks

To confirm your suitability for the role, Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will carry out pre-employment checks in line with NHS Employment Check Standards. These include:

• Identity verification.

• Right to work check.

• Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role).

• Professional registration and/or qualification check.

• Occupational health assessment.

• Employment history and reference validation.

All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their HMRC employment history to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history and references.

If you require sponsorship, the Trust will assess your eligibility based on current government guidance. If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.

Once Checks Are Complete

The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You’ll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.

Additional Information

Pennine Care are committed to the ‘Get ahead on Flex’ pledge initiative to support the right to request flexible working for all colleagues. “We can work flexibly, as a modern and model employer, flexible and less than full-time working isn’t a barrier to progress in the NHS – it is commonplace”. To support a positive experience for all colleagues the Trust is committed to considering all requests for flexible working, in line with service needs.

Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and strives to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. The Trust actively encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help it grow, innovate, and improve.

If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.

How to Apply

If this opportunity interests you, head to the company’s official website for full details — click here to submit your application.