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Support Time and Recovery Worker
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 18 day(s) ago
Reference: 437-7919497-A
Job summary
Opportunities have arisen for dynamic and compassionate Support Time and Recovery Worker (STR) to work within our EIS North Manchester Team - Central Park
Please note - This role is not eligible for sponsorship unless you meet criteria by temporary exemption from current changes to immigration rules put in force on 22/07/2025. Separate provisions are applied to workers who have been sponsored and held continuously Skilled Worker visa since prior to 04/04/2024.
Main duties of the job
- To establish and maintain positive therapeutic relationships with service users and their carers.
- To establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues within the Early Intervention Team.
- To work under the direct supervision of Registered Social Workers, Registered OT's and Registered Nurses.
- Develop plans to support recovery based on individual need.
- To contribute to MDT meetings.
- To promote and encourage independence and engagement within the local community.
- To support the duty function of the team, by calling or visiting people already under our care, and supporting with some clinical tasks, such as supporting the team manager with allocations
PLEASE SEE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION FOR FULL DETAILS.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
15 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
437-7919497-A
Job locations
Central Park
GMMH Unit B
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the Early Intervention Service Offer
Desirable
- Understanding of working with adults who are experiencing psychosis
Skills
Essential
- Experience of working with/supporting individuals with mental health difficulties
- Good communication skills and an empathic approach
Desirable
- Experience of working in a community mental health setting or equivalent
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the Early Intervention Service Offer
Desirable
- Understanding of working with adults who are experiencing psychosis
Skills
Essential
- Experience of working with/supporting individuals with mental health difficulties
- Good communication skills and an empathic approach
Desirable
- Experience of working in a community mental health setting or equivalent
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Central Park
GMMH Unit B
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Central Park
GMMH Unit B
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)