Relief Mental Health Support Worker (Dual Sites)

Job summary
The Relief Mental Health Support Worker will play an important role within Jewish Cares Residential Care team, providing compassionate, person-centred support to adults with mental health needs across Sidney Corob House in West Hampstead and Jack Gardner House in Golders Green. This relief position offers £14.80 per hour on an as-and-when-required basis, covering a range of shifts including mornings, long days, evenings, nights and weekends. The postholder will support residents with personal care, medication, meals and daily routines, while promoting independence, dignity, choice and emotional wellbeing. You will provide companionship, encourage participation in recreational activities, support residents with complex needs and work collaboratively with colleagues, families and other professionals to deliver holistic care. Experience supporting people with mental health needs, knowledge of mental health conditions and experience with personal care, medication and risk assessments are desirable. An NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent, is also desirable.

Main duties of the job
We are looking for compassionate, patient and dedicated Relief Mental Health Support Workers to join our teams at Sidney Corob House and Jack Gardner House. Supporting adults with mental health needs across both services, you will help residents lead meaningful lives, build confidence and maintain their independence and wellbeing. Your role will include personal care, medication support, assistance with daily routines, companionship and encouraging participation in activities. You will work closely with colleagues and families to provide consistent, individualised support that respects each residents needs, choices and dignity. This flexible relief role includes a variety of shifts, including nights and weekends. If you have a genuine interest in mental health, a supportive approach and the ability to engage positively with people, we would love to hear from you.

About us
Jewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Every week, our services support more than 12,000 people, delivered by over 1,200 dedicated colleagues across residential care, nursing, retirement living, community support, social work, and mental health services. In November 2023, Jami became part of Jewish Care, bringing together two organisations with a shared commitment to providing exceptional mental health support. Together, we deliver specialist treatment, therapeutic services, education, and community-based support that help people improve their mental health, build resilience, and lead fulfilling lives. Guided by our values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusiveness, we are committed to creating inclusive services where people feel supported, respected, and able to thrive.

Closing date: 30 November 2026

Shift Pattern (Weekly Rota):

• 2 x Morning Shifts: 8am to 4pm
• 1 x Long Day Shift: 8am to 10pm
• 1 x Night Shift: 10pm to 8am

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a multi-award-winning organisation.
• Receive ongoing training and development.
• Make a real difference in the lives of our residents.

Employer contact: Julie Garrity, resourcing@jcare.org

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.