At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate support to individuals with complex mental health needs during the night.
- Company: Health Now Complex Care, dedicated to improving lives through quality care.
- Benefits: Earn £14.35–£16.88 per hour with ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy career growth in a rewarding field.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in someone's life while working flexible night shifts.
- Qualifications: Experience with complex mental health needs and a calm, caring attitude.
Location: Oxfordshire
Shift: Nights
Pay: £14.35–£16.88 per hour
About the Role
Health Now Complex Care is looking for a Night Mental Health Support Worker to join our team in Oxfordshire. This is a great opportunity for someone who is calm, caring and confident supporting individuals with complex mental health needs. You’ll be providing support throughout the night, helping to ensure the individual feels safe, comfortable and supported.
Experience Required
- Complex PTSD
- ASD
- Challenging behaviours
- Complex mental health needs
Previous experience within healthcare, social care, mental health or complex care is desirable.
What You'll Be Doing
- Provide compassionate and person-centred support throughout the night.
- Help maintain a safe and settled environment.
- Monitor the individual's wellbeing and respond appropriately to their needs.
- Support with routines and care plans as required.
- Recognise and respond calmly to changes in behaviour or presentation.
- Complete accurate care notes and records.
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety and care procedures.
- Work alongside the wider care team to provide consistent support.
About You
- Calm and confident, particularly during challenging situations.
- Patient, caring and understanding.
- Reliable and comfortable working night shifts.
- Experienced in supporting people with complex needs.
- Able to work independently while being part of a wider team.
- Professional and committed to providing high-quality care.
Desirable
- Experience within complex care.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
- Current DBS.
- Relevant healthcare or care training.
What We Offer
- £14.35–£16.88 per hour
- Ongoing night shift opportunities.
- Support from the Health Now Complex Care team.
- Training and development opportunities.
- The chance to make a genuine difference to someone's quality of life.
If you have experience with Complex PTSD, ASD and challenging behaviours and are looking for regular night work in Oxfordshire, we’d love to hear from you.
Night Mental Health Support Worker - Oxfordshire employer: Health Now
HealthNow is an excellent employer for Healthcare Assistants, offering competitive hourly rates and flexible shifts across various NHS outpatient clinics. Our supportive work culture prioritises patient care and employee well-being, providing opportunities for professional growth and immediate start options in a dynamic healthcare environment.