Eating Disorders Inpatient and Day Programme Peer Support Worker
CNWL NHS Foundation Trust - London
£34,186 - £37,389 per annum incl HCAS pro rata
ContractPart time
A Vacancy at Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust. The role of the Eating Disorders Peer Support Worker – Inpatient Ward and Day Programme (Eating Disorders PSW) has been developed specifically for people who have lived experience of recovery from a/an eating disorder(s) such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder and avoidant restrictive food intake disorder. In the context of CNWL’s Eating Disorders Service postholders will have experienced recovery from disordered eating challenged and accessed support through an eating disorders service in relation to this. For this specific post, it is also required that the post holder has lived experience of accessing treatment on an inpatient eating disorders unit. Through sharing wisdom from their own experiences, Eating Disorders PSWs inspire hope and belief that recovery is possible in others. Using recovery principles and socially inclusive practice, the post-holder will support service users in their personal recovery journeys through the Eating Disorders Service. This means providing peer support for adults and young people who are currently receiving inpatient or day patient support for their eating disorder. Foster a relationship of mutuality and information sharing, to promote choice, self-determination, opportunities and hope; • Raise awareness about local resources and opportunities that may assist people in maintaining their recovery; • Encourage and support service users to use community resources that are available to them and support the Eating Disorders Service with developing links with these resources; • Act as an advocate for recovery within the team and an ambassador for recovery for the Trust and with partner agencies; and • Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a specialist service setting. Through sharing the wisdom of their own lived experience, the Eating Disorders PSW will inspire hope and belief that recovery is possible in others, taking a lead role in embedding recovery values within the service settings in which they work, alongside other Trust recovery champions. Please note: This vacancy does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship, unless you meet the 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." As such, if you don’t meet the Transitional Provision (above) we are unable to consider your application unless you can provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the United Kingdom. If you believe you are eligible for sponsorship or already hold a valid right to work in the UK, please ensure you provide full details of your immigration status in the Pre-Screening Immigration section of your application form. Please note role eligibility also depends on whether the role meets the salary threshold for the relevant occupational code (SOC CODE). For further info please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK Respect integrity, confidentiality, clinical governance and data protection requirements in line with Trust policy • Have responsibility for relevant safeguarding issues in relation to service users and their network, including making difficult decisions as a team adhering to the Trust’s Safeguarding policy. • Engage in self-reflective practices and commit to continued personal development • Establish supportive and respectful relationships with people using eating disorders services • Model/mentor a recovery process, inspire hope, and demonstrate self management skills and techniques by skilfully using own experience of recovery • Provide meal support and encouragement from a lived experience perspective for mealtimes and snacks; this will include positive role modelling by also participating in the meal or snack • Assume a ‘coaching role’ supporting users in developing personal recovery plans; this can be delivered individually or in groups. • Support service users in making sense of their experiences of eating disorders and recovery. This might include understandings of personal and social recovery, health and wellbeing, personal and social identity whilst recognising that each individual’s recovery is a distinctive and deeply personal process Be committed to professional development through independent learning, keeping up to date with latest research and building connections with local and national peer networks. • Promote development of best practices in peer support and Lived Experience Practice across the service through active participation in internal and external training and development programmes • Supervision requirements – Following the probation period, the Eating Disorders PSW will have monthly 1-1 supervision with clinical line manager and monthly 1-1 supervision with peer supervisor. Prior to this, and in any other periods where additional support is needed, the frequency of supervisions can be reasonably adjusted • Eating Disorder PSWs will also have group supervision every 2-months with PSWs from other CNWL services as well as fortnightly staff group with the community team • To work with the multi-disciplinary team in the support of both informal service users within day programme and inpatient settings and those detained under the mental health act within acute inpatient settings This advert closes on Thursday 8 Oct 2026
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Eating Disorders Inpatient and Day Programme Peer Support Worker
NHS Jobs - London
£34,186 to £37,389 a year
ContractFull time
Respect integrity, confidentiality, clinical governance and data protection requirements in line with Trust policy Have responsibility for relevant safeguarding issues in relation to service users and their network, including making difficult decisions as a team adhering to the Trusts Safeguarding policy. Engage in self-reflective practices and commit to continued personal development Establish supportive and respectful relationships with people using eating disorders services Model/mentor a recovery process, inspire hope, and demonstrate self management skills and techniques by skilfully using own experience of recovery Provide meal support and encouragement from a lived experienceperspective for mealtimes and snacks; this will include positive rolemodelling by also participating in the meal or snack Assume a coaching role supporting users in developing personal recovery plans; this can be delivered individually or in groups. Support service users in making sense of their experiences of eatingdisorders and recovery. This might include understandings of personal and social recovery, health and wellbeing, personal and social identity whilst recognising that each individuals recovery is a distinctive and deeply personal process Be committed to professional development through independent learning, keeping up to date with latest research and building connections with local and national peer networks. Promote development of best practices in peer support andLived Experience Practice across the service through activeparticipation in internal and external training anddevelopment programmes Supervision requirements Following the probation period,the Eating Disorders PSW will have monthly 1-1 supervisionwith clinical line manager and monthly 1-1 supervision withpeer supervisor. Prior to this, and in any other periodswhere additional support is needed, the frequency ofsupervisions can be reasonably adjusted Eating Disorder PSWs will also have group supervision every 2-months with PSWs from other CNWL services as well asfortnightly staff group with the community team To work with the multi-disciplinary team in the support ofboth informal service users within day programme andinpatient settings and those detained under the mentalhealth act within acute inpatient settings
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Therapy Support Worker | Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
IMPERIAL COLLEGE HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST - London
£31,554 - £33,270 pa inclusive
PermanentFull time
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our experienced and motivated musculoskeletal physiotherapy team at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. We are looking for an enthusiastic, well-motivated, friendly, and professional individual with excellent organisational and communication skills. This is a full-time post, and you will be required to work both independently and as part of a team. You would be joining a diverse group of physiotherapists, assistants, clinical specialists, and the lead clinical academic for therapies. • To assist qualified therapy staff to deliver patient care, assessment and treatment including individual and group sessions. • To carry out tasks, activities and responsibilities delegated by a qualified therapist. To follow instructions of treating qualified therapist to treat patients following a designated treatment plan. • To communicate with patients, carers and relatives to obtain specific information as directed by the therapist. • To deal sensitively and constructively with patients and carers who have high levels of anxiety frustration or aggression caused by a variety of issues, such as pain, poor prognosis or limited mobility. • Care Certificate competencies will need to be achieved within six months of commencement of employment. • To develop and improve clinical and non-clinical competencies through a work-based development programme. • To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with the legal requirements, trust guidelines and professional standard of practice. • Provide cover for colleagues as appropriate. At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. Environmental sustainability Climate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people’s health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environmentwww.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan. The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. This advert closes on Sunday 27 Sep 2026
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Clinical Support Worker | North London NHS Foundation Trust
Camden And Islington NHS Foundation Trust - London
£31,554 - £33,270 per annum inclusive of Inner London HCAS
PermanentFull time
We are looking for highly motivated Assistant Practitioners and clinical support workers to join the Drayton Park Women’s Crisis House and Resource centre. The ideal candidates will be mainly working with supervision from senior staff to coordinate the residential stay, alongside colleagues, of a case load of women in mental health crisis. This will include offering one to one sessions, participating in risk assessments, collaborative planning, children and families liaison and referring on to a range of services for women. The post holder will also take referrals and co assess women who are referred to the service in mental health crisis. You would need to demonstrate a respect for women who use mental health services and work within an empowerment model, building on the strengths and expertise of women who use or have used services. You are expected to have knowledge of trauma informed approaches and an understanding of how trauma impacts on mental health, physical health and social circumstances for women. The ability to prioritise your workload whilst maintaining a degree of flexibility to accommodate competing demands of the service when they arise. You are expected to have knowledge of national and local policies in relation to women’s mental health, the violence against women and girl’s agenda and in safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. You are expected to have excellent communication skills, demonstrating an ability to understand complex information and to converse with a wide variety of people from different contexts. You need to have confidence in using computerised patient record systems and also have excellent written skills. You will be able to use your initiative, within a team setting and be able to engage with the role after a short induction to carry out a role that is multi-functional and has a variety of duties competing for your time and energy. The postholder will need to be comfortable working in an environment of complex matrix management arrangements and will at all times behave and align with our Trusts’ values and cultural pillars: • We are kind • We are respectful • We work together • We keep things simple • We empower • We are proudly diverse • Please refer to the attached Job description and Person Specification for main responsibilities of the role. • For further information or to arrange a visit please contact Shirley McNicholas or Georgia Carson on 0207 607 2777 G.Carson@nhs.net or Shirley.McNicholas@nhs.net • You can also search on the internet under Drayton Park Women’s Crisis House for further reading. • The post is only open to female applicants and is exempt from the Sex Discrimination Act. This advert closes on Sunday 4 Oct 2026
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Senior Healthcare Support Worker | Barts Health NHS Trust
Barts Health NHS Trust - London
£31,554 - £33,270 per annum inc
PermanentFull time
Barts Health NHS Trust is looking to recruit a Healthcare Support Worker (HCA) Band 3 who will work in 12F at The Royal London Hospital. This post is open to individuals who are both experienced Healthcare Support Workers or those new to care. We are looking for compassionate and motivated individuals who are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care in a hospital setting. The role involves undertaking a range of delegated clinical tasks, such as: • Patient observations (e.g., monitoring vital signs) • Assisting with personal care and mobility • Supporting patients’ nutritional and hydration needs • Undertaking limited range of delegated duties (e.g. taking blood pressure, recording ECG, MRSA screening) • Simple wound dressings • Strong teamworking and communication skills are essential to ensure the comfort, wellbeing, and safety of our patients. An excellent communicator, they have experience of working in a team, to ensure the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our patients. The postholder will work within the Neurosciences Ward- 12F Barts Health has a diverse and busy service that may require staff to be flexible in their working. The post holder will be required to work within a challenging clinical environment and may undertake shift work which will include nights and weekends. The post holder will be an integral part of the nursing team actively taking part in meeting the needs of patients and of the service in accordance with agreed standards under direct supervision of the registered nurse. The post holder will continue to develop essential competencies though training and practice to ensure safety and quality are the priority. This post attracts individuals who are new to care. You will receive support to complete the Band 3 competencies. Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers. Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment. The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below. This advert closes on Monday 28 Sep 2026
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Healthcare Support Worker | The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust - Chelsea
£31,554 - £33,270 per annum
ContractFull time
Healthcare Support Worker (Band 3) Private Care Granard House 1 Ward Fixed-Term Contract (1 Year Maternity Cover) We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced Healthcare Support Worker to join our dedicated team on Private Care Granard House 1 Ward at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust. This is a fixed-term position for 12 months to provide maternity cover and offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced healthcare professional to work within a specialist oncology and surgical ward environment. The successful candidate will support the delivery of high-quality patient-centred care to individuals undergoing complex cancer treatments and surgical procedures. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will assist registered nurses in providing safe, compassionate and effective care, ensuring patients receive the highest standards of support throughout their treatment journey. Previous experience in an acute hospital setting is essential, and experience within oncology, surgical care or cancer services would be advantageous. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, a caring and professional attitude, and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient care in a fast-paced specialist environment. Please refer to the standard Healthcare Support Worker (Band 3) Job Description for full details of the role and responsibilities. To carry out in a responsible and efficient way, the nursing care for patients which has been drawn up in conjunction with the co-ordinator of the shift. To demonstrate the ability to develop a greater awareness and understanding of the needs of patients with cancer and the different treatment modalities. As an integral member of the nursing teamwork with team members to ensure the maintenance of an efficient, safe, clean and pleasant environment for all patients. The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification To undertake and practice the Care Certificate standards. Monitoring and recording patients’ vital signs (including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation) and reporting any abnormal results to registered nursing staff. Assess Measuring and recording patients’ height and weight. This advert closes on Monday 5 Oct 2026
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Senior Support Worker | East London NHS Foundation Trust
East London NHS Foundation Trust - Hackney
£34,186 - £37,389 per annum Inc HCAs
PermanentFull time
The Senior Support Worker plays a vital role in the Neighbourhood Mental Health Team, delivering high-quality, recovery-oriented support to adults facing severe mental health issues, complex emotional needs, and associated physical health challenges. This position involves working closely within a multidisciplinary team to foster recovery, promote social inclusion, enhance independence, and improve overall wellbeing, all while helping individuals pursue their personal goals and boost their quality of life. Under the guidance of registered practitioners, the Senior Support Worker will provide a variety of structured psychosocial interventions and wellbeing support. This includes facilitating Waiting Well groups, administering Behavioural Activation interventions—after receiving the necessary training and ongoing supervision from the Team Psychologist—and assisting with physical health and wellbeing clinics. The post holder will keep track of progress, contribute to care planning, and empower service users to develop skills, confidence, and resilience in managing their mental and physical health. Additionally, the post holder will take on Duty Worker responsibilities on a rotational basis, serving as a first point of contact for service users, caregivers, partner agencies, and professionals seeking access to Community Mental Health Services. · Ensure that service users, along with their families and caregivers, receive a wide-ranging array of recovery-oriented, psychosocial, practical, and wellbeing support, all while adhering to established care plans and operating under the guidance and supervision of registered practitioners. Provide structured low-intensity interventions such as Behavioral Activation and recovery-focused wellbeing strategies, following the necessary training and ongoing oversight from the Team Psychologist and other qualified personnel. Lead and facilitate Waiting Well groups, as well as other psychoeducational, recovery, and wellbeing sessions, with an emphasis on promoting self-management, resilience, social inclusion, and overall recovery. Take on the role of Duty Worker on a rotational basis, handling and responding to calls from service users, caregivers, GPs, partner agencies, and other professionals. Gather pertinent information, identify concerns, and ensure that issues are escalated appropriately in accordance with service protocols. Guide service users and caregivers to suitable clinical, community, and voluntary sector services, while making sure to accurately record all interactions and their outcomes. Use your judgment within established guidelines to identify any shifts in a service user’s condition, recognize potential risks, and promptly escalate concerns to qualified clinicians. Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations. Please see attached detailed job description and person specification outlining key skills, experience and knowledge for this role. This advert closes on Sunday 27 Sep 2026
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Maternity Support Worker | The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The Hillingdon Hospital - Hillingdon
£30,630 - £32,346 per annum incl HCAA pro rata
PermanentPart time
The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people across the Borough of Hillingdon, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare - our mission is to provide high quality, safe and compassionate care, improving the health and wellbeing of the people we serve. The maternity support worker is a key member of our multidisciplinary team. With their specialist knowledge they will support midwives in providing an insightful women/birthing people service based on current evidence and research. The post holder will provide teaching of parenting skills using current knowledge gained from experience and training, and will ensure that women/birthing people, their babies, and families are cared for in a safe environment that ensures privacy and dignity is always maintained. The post holder will actively seek the views of women/birthing people and their families on the understanding of their care needs and develop a relationship to ensure their experience is positive. This is a rotational post and the post holder will be expected to rotate into all areas of the maternity department on a flexible working pattern including shift work. This is an exciting opportunity to join us as the Maternity Support Worker. Clinical • To assist the registered midwife/ professional in the delivery of midwifery care. • To communicate with the woman/birthing person, in such a way, that respects and considers their level of understanding. • To record all care/advice given on the Trust’s electronic patient recording system and where required complete paper documentation in line with Trust policy on record keeping. • The post holder will support with infant feeding and actively encourage and support women/birthing people who choose to breastfeed their babies in line with the Trust policy and national initiatives. Ensuring a calm, relaxed environment offering current evidence-based information and continuity. The post holder will keep the midwife informed of progress and escalate any problems encountered. • The post holder will achieve the necessary skills through training to fulfil the role of circulating MSW in the Maternity Theatre. • The post holder will achieve the necessary skills and knowledge through training, to carry out phlebotomy, neonatal screening and blood glucose monitoring procedures, basic wound care amongst others. • To have a clear understanding of professionalism and boundaries when supporting women/birthing people in their home environment. • To be able to operate as a lone worker in the community setting, guided by the local policy on safety in the community Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further duties of a Maternity Support Worker. The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics and maternity services. The Trust’s services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit and outpatient clinics. The safety and well-being of our patients and of our staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this – particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress and going forward by working in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are absolutely focused on ensuring that our hospitals provide high quality, safe and compassionate care, while drive forward the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital. We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed. Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for the main responsibilities of a Maternity Support Worker in Maternity For further information please contact Curlene Wilson at curlene.wilson@nhs.net or Jess Lloyd at jess.lloyd@nhs.net. Please note that this vacancy may close early due to the amount of applications we receive. This advert closes on Tuesday 22 Sep 2026
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Peer Support Workers | East London NHS Foundation Trust
East London NHS Foundation Trust - London
£25,760 - £27,476 per annum pro rata Inc HCA
PermanentFull time
The East London NHS Foundation Trust (ELFT) Crisis Café is a welcoming, trauma-informed, and recovery-focused out-of-hours service designed for adults facing emotional distress or mental health crises. This compassionate alternative to Accident and Emergency departments provides immediate support, including de-escalation, safety planning, and guidance toward appropriate resources. Operating during evenings and weekends, the Crisis Café ensures that the successful candidate will work during these times. The service caters to a diverse range of individuals, from those already connected to secondary mental health services to first-time seekers of support. People can drop in whenever they are grappling with overwhelming stress, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, feelings of social isolation, or other significant life challenges. The environment is intentionally non-clinical and psychologically safe, offering a calm and respectful space where individuals can openly discuss their experiences and find practical ways to move forward. While the atmosphere is informal and supportive, the service maintains clear professional boundaries and strong risk-management procedures to guarantee the safety and well-being of all who visit. The ideal candidate will draw on their own lived experiences of mental health challenges and recovery to provide hope, empathy, and understanding to those at critical moments. cant distress. **Key Responsibilities** - Provide one-on-one and group peer support to individuals visiting the Crisis Café. - Facilitate recovery-focused groups that encourage personal growth. - Take the lead in gathering information about local services available to peers. - Use your lived experiences thoughtfully to inspire hope and illustrate that recovery is achievable. - Assist with emotional regulation, grounding techniques, safety planning, and immediate coping strategies. - Identify and raise safeguarding concerns and risks according to service protocols. - Keep accurate and timely documentation in relevant records or electronic systems. - Collaborate effectively with clinicians, peer colleagues, and partner organizations. - Champion co-production and actively involve service users in the process. - Participate in supervision sessions, peer group supervision, and mandatory training. - Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and the development of services. This role is ideal for someone who can stay composed under pressure, communicate with empathy, and draw on their personal recovery journey and resilience to support others on their healing paths. The successful candidate will need to have completed the ELFT Accredited Peer Support Worker Training. Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations. Co-production is one of the foundations at ELFT, and you will work closely with experts-by-experience, local communities, and Community and Voluntary and Social Enterprises to co-produce and co-develop services. Other key tasks will involve partnership working and liaising with various stakeholders in the system, e.g., GPs, primary and secondary care mental health services, colleges and universities, and the 3rd sector. The post-holder will also be involved in raising awareness of the complexity of the health and social challenges many people face, and of the impact this has on mental health & well-being, and vice versa. A key aim of the service is to help people build resilience, feel more connected to their community, and instill a sense of belonging. This advert closes on Sunday 4 Oct 2026
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