CARE SUPPORT WORKER
- Jun 10
- 2 min read
Job Type: Full Time Part Time Temporary Location: Tottenham, London
Job Sector: Support Worker (SW)
Salary: £15.00 - £19.00 p/h
Job Ref: NDHL220526e
Description
Nursing Direct is currently recruiting experienced Care Support Workers to join our growing team, providing high-quality mental health and complex care support across Tottenham and Enfield.
This role is ideal for compassionate, reliable, and proactive individuals with experience supporting people with mental health needs, challenging behaviours, and complex care requirements. You will be working within supported living, residential, and home care environments, delivering person-centred support that promotes dignity, independence, and positive outcomes.
Previous community experience is not essential; however, applicants must have strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work confidently within a multidisciplinary care environment. CAMHS experience is highly desirable.
Key responsibilities:
Providing high-quality care and support within safe and therapeutic environments
Supporting individuals with daily routines, emotional wellbeing, and independence
Monitoring and responding appropriately to behavioural or mental health presentations
Completing daily notes, care records, and relevant documentation accurately
Following care plans, risk assessments, safeguarding procedures, and positive behaviour support strategies
Promoting dignity, wellbeing, and person-centred care at all times
Supporting service users within the community, residential, and supported living settings
Communicating effectively with service users, families, colleagues, and healthcare professionals
Maintaining high standards of confidentiality, professionalism, and infection control
Essential requirements:
Minimum 6 months UK healthcare or support work experience in a relevant setting
Enhanced DBS issued within the last 12 months or registered on the Update Service
PMVA or equivalent behaviour-management training
Good standard of written and spoken English
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Calm, reliable, and confident in managing challenging or complex situations
Ability to complete documentation accurately and professionally
Desirable experience:
CAMHS experience
Experience supporting individuals with complex mental health presentations and behavioural needs
Background in supported living, residential services, or complex care settings
Why join Nursing Direct?
Competitive pay rates: £15–£19 per hour
Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle
Ongoing development opportunities and specialist training
Support from a friendly, experienced, and responsive clinical team
Opportunity to work across a variety of rewarding mental health and complex care services
PLEASE NOTE: Nursing Direct only offers roles within the UK. Applicants must have UK right to work – we do not offer VISA sponsorship. We cannot accept candidates on 20-hour Student VISAs or Skilled Worker VISAs.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults. All roles require up-to-date training and full compliance during registration.
