Mental Health Support Worker (Days)

Brookhaven; Preston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist residential service is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Support Worker to provide high-quality, person-centred care to adults with autism and complex needs. Join a supportive team in Fulwood, Preston, offering full-time day shifts. Responsibilities include promoting daily independence, social skills, and supporting educational opportunities. Ideal candidates will have experience in mental health support, a calm demeanor, and a genuine passion for care. Meaningful rewards and development opportunities included.

Benefits

Statutory annual leave

Additional days annual leave with service

Workplace pension scheme

Opportunity to purchase extra leave

Refer a Friend scheme

Ongoing training and development

Free Blue Light Card membership

Free enhanced DBS checks

Health Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities, or mental health needs.
• Confidence in building meaningful, trusting relationships.
• Understanding of positive behavioural support and autism-friendly practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with autism and complex needs.
• Promote structure, consistency, and independence in daily routines.
• Support residents to build social, communication, and life skills.

Skills

Experience supporting individuals with autism

Calm and compassionate approach

Confidence in building relationships

Understanding of positive behavioural support

Job description

Mental Health Support Worker (Days)
South Grove House
Fulwood, Preston
Full-Time Day Shifts – 38.5 Hours Per Week
£13.45 per hour / £26,926 per year
7:45pm – 7:45am shifts on a two-week rolling rota

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday
Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults with autism and complex mental health needs? Active Pathways is recruiting committed and compassionate Support Workers to join South Grove House, our specialist residential service in Fulwood, Preston.

The Best Bits

• Statutory annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Additional days annual leave awarded at 2, 3, and 5 years’ service.
• Workplace pension scheme
• Option to purchase up to 5 days additional leave per year.
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £500 per referral.
• Supportive and friendly team environment with ongoing training and development
• Free Blue Light Card membership
• Free enhanced DBS checks, on-site parking, and lunch (for site-based roles)
• Health Cash Plan – covers dental, optical, virtual GP, counselling, and includes discounted gym membership.

About South Grove House

South Grove House provides tailored, person‑centred residential care and support for men aged 18+ with autism, mental health conditions, and complex needs. The service is designed for individuals transitioning from hospital settings or stepping up from supported living or other residential provision, supporting them to develop skills and independence in a safe, structured, and empowering environment.

Our approach focuses on positive behavioural support, structured routines, and individualised care plans that help residents build confidence and thrive in their daily lives.

Why Join Active Pathways?

With over 20 years of experience operating across Lancashire and Yorkshire, Active Pathways is committed to delivering recovery‑focused support services for adults. Guided by our core values of Passion, Safety, and Quality, we foster a supportive, people‑first culture where your development is valued.

As a Support Worker, you will:

• Provide high‑quality, person‑centred care to individuals with autism and complex needs.
• Promote structure, consistency, and independence in daily routines.
• Support residents to build social, communication, and life skills.
• Encourage engagement in meaningful activities and community integration.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver tailored support plans.
• Help residents navigate challenges using proactive, autism‑informed approaches.
• Support residents with education, employment, and leisure opportunities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities, or mental health needs.
• Confidence in building meaningful, trusting relationships.
• Understanding of positive behavioural support and autism‑friendly practices.
• A calm, compassionate, and resilient approach.
• A genuine passion for person‑centred care and inclusion.

If you’re looking for a meaningful role where you can truly make an impact, apply today and join our welcoming, supportive team at South Grove House.

Active Pathways Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We value diversity and inclusivity and are committed to supporting every applicant to perform at their best. Adjustments and support are available throughout the recruitment process.