MH Senior Health Care Support Worker- First Transitions Team

The role is a permanent Band 4 position within the First Transitions Team, part of the Integrated Mental Health Teams across South Staffordshire. It is based at Foundation House, St Georges Hospital in Stafford, and involves intensive outreach and practical support for adults moving from forensic services into community-focused mental health care. The post requires frequent travel across a wide area, so a suitable vehicle is essential.

Applicants must hold a foundation degree in a relevant subject or a Diploma/NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care, or demonstrate equivalent competence through prior learning. Essential experience includes significant work with adults experiencing mental health needs, collaboration in multi-agency settings, and experience in a forensic environment. Desirable experience comprises work with high-risk presentations and supporting service users in crisis-oriented community settings.

The role offers a salary of £28,392 to £31,157 per year, inclusive of the Agenda for Change pay scale, and provides permanent, full-time employment with opportunities for professional development. Applications must be submitted by 15 October 2026 through the original advert, and any use of AI in the application must be declared.