Mind BLMK works across our communities to support positive mental health and wellbeing. Working closely with a range of partners, we offer a number of activities from our wellbeing centres and local venues to make a difference to the mental health and wellbeing of people in
Bedfordshire, Luton
and
Milton Keynes , and our aim is to make sure that no-one has to face a mental health problem alone. Peer Support Worker Post no:
671
Location:
Milton Keynes
Contract type:
Fixed Term Contract (until 31st March 2027)
Hours:
Part-Time, 12 hours per week
Work Pattern:
Tuesday: 6:15pm – 8:15pm, Wednesday: 9am – 2pm, Friday: 9am – 2pm
Salary:
£24,454.04 per annum, FTE (£7,931.04 per annum actual for 12 hours per week) We are searching for a new Peer Support Worker to join our Mental Health services. The role requires applicants to facilitate peer groups and help with the smooth running of Mind BLMK services. The successful candidate will have an understanding of the recovery journey needed to improve mental health and wellbeing. Our peer support and recovery services are a key element of the services we offer, and we are looking for someone who can use their own lived experiences to provide support to help individuals achieve their goals. Service Delivery Facilitate Peer Support groups and ensure outcomes which support individuals with mental health and wellbeing needs and achieves the service's KPIs. Support service users to access other services within Mind BLMK. Encourage and support client engagement with Mind BLMK through the influence and participation process, Guarantor Membership, and training opportunities. Contribute to maintaining an effective volunteer workforce for the service in line Identify and build good working relationships with Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust, community groups, relevant services and activities for partnership work and signposting as well as keep updated information about them. Carry out Data Handling, Cash Handling and Health & Safety responsibilities as directed by the Operations Manager and in line with Mind BLMK's policies. The successful candidate will have an understanding the wellbeing needs of, and working with people with, mental health needs, including those from culturally diverse communities, personal lived experience of mental health difficulties and recovery and the interpersonal skills required to maintain both working relationships with a wide range of people and appropriate peer relationships with service users. Entitlements/benefits: 25 days Annual Leave (pro rata) plus
Peer Support Worker in London employer: Mind BLMK
Mind BLMK is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering positive mental health and wellbeing in the communities of Bedfordshire, Luton, and Milton Keynes. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and a supportive work culture, we offer flexible working hours, generous annual leave, and a commitment to empowering staff through their lived experiences. Join us in making a meaningful impact while enjoying unique benefits such as health plan discounts and a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusivity.
