Bank Mental Health Support Worker – Cygnet Health Care | £13–£14.57 per Hour
UK-Based Mental Health Support Worker Opportunity
Cygnet Health Care is recruiting experienced Mental Health Support Workers for flexible, ad-hoc shifts at Cygnet Hospital Oldbury and Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton in the West Midlands.
This part-time, permanent Bank Mental Health Support Worker opportunity is ideal for experienced mental health professionals looking for greater flexibility and the ability to choose shifts that fit around their lifestyle.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Bank Mental Health Support Worker
- Employer: Cygnet Health Care
- Salary: £13.00–£14.57 per hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Part-time / Ad-hoc shifts
- Experience: Mental health experience required
- Location: Oldbury and Wolverhampton, West Midlands
- Reference Number: VPBE410534
- Date Posted: 27 August 2026
- Closing Date: 26 September 2026
- DBS: Enhanced DBS check required
- Sector: Mental Health / Healthcare
Job Summary
Cygnet Group is seeking experienced Mental Health Support Workers to work across Cygnet Hospital Oldbury and Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton.
The position provides an opportunity for individuals who want flexible working, variety and the ability to select shifts that suit their personal circumstances.
Whether you prefer day shifts, night shifts, weekends or occasional shifts, the role offers flexibility while allowing you to make a meaningful difference to people receiving mental health care.
About Cygnet Hospital Oldbury
Cygnet Hospital Oldbury is a specialist PICU and Acute Hospital for women located in the West Midlands.
The hospital has:
- 12-bed PICU ward
- 15-bed Acute ward
- Full multi-disciplinary team
The hospital supports adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including individuals who may require an intensive care environment.
About Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton
Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton is a specialist PICU and Acute Hospital for men in the West Midlands.
The hospital has:
- 12-bed PICU ward
- 17-bed Acute ward
- Full multi-disciplinary team
The service supports adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including people who may require an intensive care environment.
Experience Required
To be considered for this position, applicants must meet one of the following:
- At least 1 year of mental health experience in an Acute or PICU setting, OR
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience working in mental health in any setting
Main Responsibilities
- Provide mental health support to adults within an Acute or PICU hospital setting.
- Provide enhanced care through a flexible learning approach.
- Work closely with the nursing team to meet patients’ therapeutic needs.
- Provide physical and emotional support.
- Offer guidance and encouragement.
- Understand individuals’ specific needs and provide appropriate assistance.
- Maintain patients’ rights and dignity at all times.
- Report medical and welfare needs when required.
- Safeguard patients and visitors.
- Maintain a safe and clean environment.
- Support innovative approaches to improve patient care.
- Support service users with acute mental health needs.
- Report relevant information or concerns to qualified staff.
- Promote service-user independence and recovery.
What Cygnet Is Looking For
The successful candidate should be:
- Experienced in mental health care.
- Genuinely motivated to make a positive difference.
- An excellent communicator.
- A good team player.
- Sensitive and intuitive when supporting people.
- Able to contribute to a trusting and stimulating environment.
- Passionate about empowering service users.
- Committed to supporting service-user independence.
- Able to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Salary and Benefits
- £13.00 per hour basic rate
- £14.57 per hour including 12.1% holiday allowance
- Flexible working
- Regular coaching and appraisal
- Expert supervision
- Peer support
- Employee discount savings
- NHS Discount
Career Development
Cygnet supports its employees to develop their careers, gain new skills and progress professionally.
About Cygnet Health Care
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 and provides services for people with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities across the UK.
According to the vacancy information, Cygnet has more than 10,000 employees supporting 2,864 individuals across 150 services.
Job Locations
Cygnet Hospital Oldbury
Birmingham
West Midlands
B68 9AG
United Kingdom
Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton Road
Wednesfield
Wolverhampton
WV11 1UH
United Kingdom
Important DBS Requirement
Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Important Application Notice
Cygnet Health Care reserves the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Closing Date
26 September 2026
Job Reference
VPBE410534
Visa Sponsorship Information
Visa sponsorship is not confirmed in the vacancy information provided.
Applicants who require sponsorship should verify directly with Cygnet Health Care whether this particular vacancy is eligible before applying.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the official NHS Jobs vacancy.
Full Details & Apply:
https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0233-26-1824/ats-direct-apply
View Full Job Listing:
https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0233-26-1824
Employer Website
https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/
Employer Contact
Recruiter: James Cooper
Reference: VPBE410534
Telephone: 01217288111
Email: VPBE410534.1286@vacancyposter.com
Quick Summary
Experienced Mental Health Support Workers can apply for this flexible Bank Mental Health Support Worker opportunity with Cygnet Health Care in the West Midlands.
The role offers £13.00 per hour, rising to £14.57 per hour including holiday allowance, with flexible day, night, weekend and occasional shifts available.
Closing date: 26 September 2026.