Support Worker - Core 24 St Helens and Knowsley | Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Employer: Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Prescot, L35 5DR
Pay:
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Disability Confident: No
Closing Date: 01/07/2026
About this job
Are you passionate about supporting people experiencing mental health crisis? Do you want to be part of a responsive, compassionate service that makes a real difference every day?
We are seeking Support Workers to join our Core 24 Mental Health Team at Whiston Hospital, part of Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust's 24/7 Urgent Care Model.
Key responsibilities
Deliver round‐the‐clock support to individuals in crisis across multiple hospital settings including Whiston Hospital, Warrington Hospital, Aintree Hospital, and the Royal Liverpool Hospital.
Carry out assigned duties that involve direct care and observation of service users under the guidance and indirect supervision of qualified staff.
Report observations and details of mental state and risk factors to qualified staff.
Work with service users on an individual and group basis as outlined in the care plan and directed by the appropriate named lead professional.
Qualifications and experience
Previous experience working in a similar mental health or healthcare setting is preferred.
Good communication, empathy and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Benefits
Flexible working requests will be considered.
Opportunities to work across all ages from 18 to older ages and across Accident & Emergency and ward environments.
Part of a large NHS Trust with a commitment to 'perfect care' and continuous service improvement.
This advert closes on Tuesday 2 Jun 2026.
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