Health Care Support Worker- HBPoS

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Health Based Place of Safety Support Worker to join our dedicated team. The Health Based Place of Safety provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals detained under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act, who require urgent mental health assessment and care.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in supporting individuals during what can often be a highly distressing time. You will assist in maintaining a safe, calm, and therapeutic environment while supporting clinical staff in the assessment and care of people using the service.

This is a rewarding role suited to individuals who are calm under pressure, able to communicate effectively, and committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred care.

• Support the safe and effective running of the Health Based Place of Safety.
• Provide practical and emotional support to individuals detained under the Mental Health Act.
• Assist qualified staff with observations, engagement, and risk management.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for both patients and staff.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies including police, ambulance services, and mental health teams.
• Accurately document care, incidents, and relevant information in line with organisational policies.
• Support the admission and discharge processes within the service.
  
  

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

We look forward to receiving your application!

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lindsay Wicks Job title: Ward manager Email address: lindsay.wicks@sabp.nhs.uk