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Mental Health Care Assistant – Torbay
Pay: £17.00 per hour
Job Types: Full-time | Part-time | Flexible Zero-Hour Contracts
This role involves supporting children and adolescents with conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, emotional and behavioural difficulties, and other additional needs. You will play a vital role in helping young people feel safe, understood, and supported in their daily lives.
The Role
- Provide consistent emotional support and reassurance to children experiencing anxiety, distress, or behavioural challenges.
- Support children with autism and ADHD to manage routines, transitions, and sensory sensitivities.
- Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, mealtimes, hygiene, and maintaining a structured routine.
- Implement behaviour support plans and positive behaviour strategies in line with care plans.
- Safely manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours using PMVA techniques where necessary.
- Maintain accurate, clear, and timely records of care provided and incidents.
To be successful, you’ll need:
At least 1 year of mental healthcare assistant experience in the UK
Enhanced DBS
A valid PMVA certificate (or willing to obtain this)
Experience with:
- Mental Health support for children and adolescents
- Challenging behaviour
- Medication administration
Safeguarding Level 2 or 3
A DBS registered on the Update Service
Valid Manual Handling & Basic Life Support training
Why Join MCS Healthcare?
- Excellent Pay – £17 per hour
- Paid Induction & Sign-Offs – We value your time from the very beginning
- Ongoing Training & Development – Whether you’re brushing up or branching out, we’ve got you covered
- Recognition That Matters – From ‘Employee of the Month’ to Long Service Awards, your dedication won’t go unnoticed
- Shifts That Fit Your Life – Days, nights, weekdays, weekends – you decide what works for you
- Refer a friend scheme
Sound Like a Good Fit?
Apply now and start the next chapter in your healthcare assistant journey with a team that truly values what you do.
Please note: We do not hold a UK Sponsorship Licence. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
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