Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £24,071 to £25,674 per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Closing Date: 26 March 2025
Job Overview
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is seeking dedicated Peer Workers to join the Male and Female Secure Inpatient Wards at Roseberry Park Hospital. As part of a transformative mental health support team, you will have the opportunity to use your lived experience to help others facing mental health challenges. This role offers flexible working arrangements and the chance to make a meaningful impact on individuals navigating mental health services.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Available for eligible candidates.
Key Responsibilities
As a Peer Worker, your role will primarily involve offering one-on-one peer support and facilitating group sessions, assisting patients on their recovery journey by drawing on your own lived experience. You will contribute directly to team meetings and service development initiatives, ensuring the voices of service users are heard. Below are the key duties:
- 1:1 Peer Support: Offer empathetic, non-judgmental support to patients, including their families and carers, on the ward.
- Facilitate Support Groups: Lead or co-lead peer support groups that foster healing through shared experience.
- Team Integration: Attend and contribute to team meetings, helping to shape treatment plans and incorporate lived experience into care strategies.
- Service Development: Support the growth and improvement of mental health services by advocating for the inclusion of peer support in all team processes.
- Connection Building: Establish and maintain relationships with a wide range of professionals, including other peer support workers and mental health providers.
You will also receive continuous professional development, including one-on-one and group supervision, along with ongoing peer connection opportunities.
Ideal Candidate
The Trust is looking for individuals who have personal lived experience of accessing mental health services, especially within inpatient settings. Your ability to connect with others through shared experiences will be invaluable in this role. Below are the essential qualifications and experience required:
Qualifications
- Essential: AS Level, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent experience providing peer support in a mental health setting.
- Desirable: Completion of Trust Trauma Informed Peer Support Training (or willingness to complete within the required timeframe).
- Skills: Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting others through shared lived experiences.
Experience
- Essential: Experience with mental health challenges, including inpatient services or secure settings such as prisons.
- Desirable: Prior peer support experience, either paid or voluntary, particularly in mental health care or community services.
Knowledge
- Essential: Understanding the importance of peer support in mental health recovery, and familiarity with the needs of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Personal Attributes
- Commitment to Advocacy: A genuine desire to amplify the voices of service users and promote a culture of respect and empowerment within the care team.
Benefits of the Role
Working as a Peer Worker at Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust offers numerous personal and professional benefits:
- Competitive Salary: £24,071 to £25,674 per annum, pro rata.
- Flexible Working: Full-time or part-time positions to suit your schedule.
- Supportive Environment: Regular supervision and ongoing peer development opportunities.
- Diversity & Inclusion: The Trust values diversity and actively seeks applicants from various backgrounds, ensuring a supportive and inclusive workplace.
About Us
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is committed to providing excellent mental health care while ensuring that the voices of those with lived experience are integral to shaping our services. We are dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion within our workforce, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those who identify with any protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010.
We believe in the power of peer support to transform mental health services and look forward to hearing from individuals who are ready to make a positive difference.
How to Apply
To apply for the Peer Worker position, please submit your application through our official website. Ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and demonstrate your passion for peer support. Shortlisting will take place after a recruitment day, where you will have the chance to showcase your skills and values.
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Additional Information
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: This role requires a DBS check as part of the recruitment process.
- Certificate of Sponsorship: Available for applicants requiring a skilled worker visa to work in the UK.
Employer Name: Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Roseberry Park Hospital, Marton Road, Middlesbrough, TS4 3AF
Employer Website: Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust