Mental Health Recovery Worker - Hospital In-Reach
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Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Mental Health Recovery Worker - Hospital In-Reach
The closing date is 19 November 2026
Job summary
This role isnot eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
Temporary Position/Fixed Term Post- Support, Time and Recovery Worker (Band 4 Equivalence)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a compassionate, motivated, and recovery-focused individual to join our Recovery Discharge Enablement Team as a Temporary Support, Time and Recovery (STR) Worker.
Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will support individuals with mental health needs on their recovery journey, helping them to achieve greater independence, improve wellbeing, and reconnect with their communities. You will provide practical and emotional support to service users, promote recovery and social inclusion, and work collaboratively with professionals, carers, and partner agencies to deliver person-centred care.
This role is ideal for individuals with experience in mental health, social care, or related services who are passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives.
As the role will require you to travel to service users homes for appointments, you will need access to suitable transport to travel across a large geographical area.
Main duties of the job
- Provide practical and emotional support to people experiencing mental health difficulties.
- Work collaboratively with service users to support recovery, independence, and wellbeing.
- Deliver recovery-focused interventions under the supervision of qualified practitioners.
- Assist with assessment, care planning, implementation, and review of support plans.
- Support service users to access community resources, education, employment, training, and meaningful activities.
- Promote self-care, healthy lifestyles, social inclusion, and positive mental wellbeing.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
301-SB-26-8300717
Job locations
St Georges Hospital
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
For more information about these roles please contact: Katie Eastment Practice Lead - [email protected]
Job description
Job responsibilities
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
For more information about these roles please contact: Katie Eastment Practice Lead - [email protected]
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 in Health Care/Health Science OR NVQ Level 3
- Certificate in Mental Health or Commitment to work towards achieving it
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with mental health needs.
- Providing support to individuals and carers
- Supporting people with activities of daily living and promoting self-care, social functioning, and independence
Desirable
- Working in a community setting.
- Working in an assertive outreach model
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 in Health Care/Health Science OR NVQ Level 3
- Certificate in Mental Health or Commitment to work towards achieving it
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with mental health needs.
- Providing support to individuals and carers
- Supporting people with activities of daily living and promoting self-care, social functioning, and independence
Desirable
- Working in a community setting.
- Working in an assertive outreach model
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Georges Hospital
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Georges Hospital
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Practice Lead
Katie Eastment
03003033452
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
301-SB-26-8300717
Job locations
St Georges Hospital
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom
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