At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with mental health needs to rebuild confidence and achieve their goals.
- Company: Active Pathways, a leader in mental health and rehabilitation services.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, annual leave, health cash plan, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team culture and grow your career in a meaningful way.
- Why this job: Be part of a new service that empowers recovery and makes a real difference.
- Qualifications: Experience in mental health and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 13.45 - 13.45 £ per hour.
To ensure consistency in our care delivery, applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK for a minimum of 18 months from their agreed start date. Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time. Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be progressed further.
NEW SERVICE OPENING IN NOVEMBER - Willow Rise, Droylsden (Manchester)
Assessment Centres to be held in Droylsden on the 7th October.
Location: Droylsden, Manchester
Pay: £13.45 per hour (£14.95 overtime)
Hours: Full-Time - 38.5 Hours Per Week (8am-8pm or 8pm-8am 2-week rolling rota)
- Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday
- Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Active Pathways is coming to Manchester! This November, we are proud to open Willow Rise, our brand-new residential rehabilitation service in Droylsden—and we’re looking for passionate, driven individuals to become founding members of our team.
Why This Role is Different
At Willow Rise, care isn’t just about support—it’s about recovery, empowerment, and possibility. You’ll work in a therapeutic, person-centred environment, supporting individuals with mental health needs to rebuild confidence, develop independence, and achieve their goals.
But what makes this truly special?
- You’ll help bring a brand-new service to life
- You’ll be there to welcome our first residents and shape their journey
- You’ll help create a positive, supportive team culture from day one
- You’ll be part of a company that sees care as a career, not just a job
About Willow Rise
Located in the heart of Manchester, Willow Rise is a brand-new residential rehabilitation service in Droylsden, created as a place where recovery is not only possible — it is truly empowered.
Inspired by the willow tree, a symbol of resilience, healing, and quiet strength, Willow Rise reflects our belief that every individual can grow through adversity, rebuild stability, and move forward with confidence.
Designed to feel like a genuine fresh start, Willow Rise offers a safe, therapeutic, and welcoming environment where people are supported with dignity to rediscover independence, purpose, and a sense of belonging.
At its core, Willow Rise represents:
- Willow — healing, flexibility, and emotional grounding
- Rise — progress, empowerment, and the belief that everyone can move forward
The Best Bits
- Annual leave of 20 days, plus Bank Holidays
- Refer a Friend scheme - earn up to £500 per referral
- Health Cash Plan - covers dental, optical, virtual GP, counselling, and includes discounted gym membership
- Workplace pension scheme
- Free Blue Light Card membership
- Free enhanced DBS checks, on-site parking, and lunch (for site-based roles)
What You’ll Be Doing
- Deliver outstanding, person-centred mental health care
- Support residents to build independence and confidence
- Help individuals engage with meaningful daily activities and the local community
- Provide emotional, practical, and social support
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Promote recovery, inclusion, and relapse prevention
- Encourage access to education, employment, and hobbies
What We’re Looking For
- Experience working in mental health or a rehabilitation setting
- A genuine passion for making a difference
- A positive, compassionate, and resilient approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- A belief that care is more than a job—it’s a career
Why Join Active Pathways?
With over 20 years of experience in delivering outstanding mental health and rehabilitation services, Active Pathways is built on our CARE values, which shape everything we do:
- Competent - We deliver safe, consistent, high-quality care that puts our residents first
- Accountable - We act with transparency, take ownership, and build trust in everything we do
- Resilient - We support one another, adapt to challenges, and grow stronger together
- Ethical - We treat everyone with integrity, fairness, and respect
At Active Pathways, we invest in people. We don’t just offer jobs— we offer long-term careers, with opportunities to grow, specialise, and progress. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, move into leadership, or expand your knowledge, we’ll support you every step of the way.
If you want to be part of something meaningful, exciting, and full of opportunity—this is it! When you join us, you’re not just joining a team—you’re becoming part of a culture that is committed to doing the right thing, the right way, every day.
Active Pathways Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and empower each individual and support diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. We welcome applications from diverse candidates and provide support during our recruitment processes to enable all applicants to perform at their best.
Mental Health Support Worker - Days and Nights in Manchester employer: Active Pathways
Active Pathways Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and values-driven work culture that prioritises the well-being of both employees and residents. Located in Armley, Leeds, this role provides meaningful opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development, ensuring that you can make a real difference in the lives of those with enduring mental health needs.
