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Mental Health Support Assistant

United Kingdom, Littlehampton Employment contract 93.00 - 100.00 GBP / Day · Job Posted June 15, 2026
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We are seeking compassionate and reliable Mental Health Support Assistants to join our dedicated team in Littlehampton. You will play a vital role in supporting individuals living with mental health conditions to lead safe, independent, and fulfilling lives. As a Mental Health Support Assistant, you will provide person-centred care and practical support to service users in supported living or community settings. You’ll work as part of a multidisciplinary team to encourage recovery, independence, and wellbeing.

Job Responsibility

  • Provide day-to-day emotional and practical support to individuals with mental health needs
  • Support service users with daily living skills such as cooking, budgeting, and personal care where appropriate
  • Encourage engagement in social, educational, and recreational activities
  • Maintain accurate records and contribute to care/support plans
  • Promote dignity, independence, and recovery-focused approaches
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and healthcare professionals

Requirements

  • A positive attitude towards supporting people with mental health needs
  • Willingness to complete relevant training
  • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one)
  • Compassionate, patient, and non-judgemental
  • Good communicators and active listeners
  • Reliable and able to work well both independently and as part of a team
  • Flexible to work shifts, including evenings and weekends where required
  • Experience in mental health, social care, or support work
  • NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
  • Knowledge of recovery-based support approaches

Nice to have

  • Experience in mental health, social care, or support work
  • NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
  • Knowledge of recovery-based support approaches

What we offer

  • Full training and ongoing professional development
  • Supportive and inclusive working environment
  • Opportunities for career progression within health and social care
  • Competitive hourly rate (based on experience)
  • Flexible working patterns where possible
  • Long-term stable roles available
  • Weekly pay
  • Rewarding, life-changing work
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