Job Overview
Right to work in the UK is required. We are unable to sponsor this role due to current Home Office Guidelines.
As a valued member of the Inpatient Care Team, the Peer Support Worker (PSW) will provide formal and professional peer support and practical assistance to service users. The PSW uses lived experience to help individuals regain control over their lives and progress through recovery during their inpatient stay. They build positive relationships, identify recovery goals, and advocate for patients’ needs.
Main Duties
- Improve the lives of people with mental ill health by promoting recovery and wellbeing.
- Provide compassionate care to patients and their carers.
- Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team regarding mental health needs.
Working with EPUT
- Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
- Join an inclusive community and engage through events and equality networks.
- Access mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice, and counselling.
- Participate in recognition awards for staff achievements.
Benefits
- 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days after 10 years of service.
- Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
- Staff discounts including Blue Light Card and NHS discounts.
- £8,000 relocation package if you move to Essex.
- Interest‑free season ticket loans to cover travel costs.
- Flexible working available from day one and job share opportunities.
Additional Information
Please ensure your application includes professional references with business contact information covering the last three years of employment history. Personal or character references are not accepted.
As a newly appointed employee, you will be responsible for incurring the cost of your initial DBS check relevant to your post; the amount will be deducted from your first salary with the Trust.
The Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from people with experience of using mental health services. We hold the Disability Two Tick symbol and have made a pledge to employ more people with learning disabilities. If you require the application form in another format (e.g., Braille or audio tape), please contact the Recruitment Department on 01375 364513 or email epunft.recruitment.adverts@nhs.net.
Applicants will be subject to secure safeguarding, welfare and safer recruitment processes.
Important Notice: According to the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2021, individuals directly employed in a care home or required to be deployed to a CQC registered care home must have received both COVID vaccinations unless exempt. This is a pre‑employment requirement for this role.
Staff who are formally at risk within the organisation will be given priority in securing alternative employment. If a post is considered suitable alternative employment for an individual at risk, the recruiting manager will be advised and the post will be withdrawn from NHS Jobs.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Applications should be written by the applicant. If AI programs are used, the application may be rejected as part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants needing assistance for declared disabilities.
The Trust reserves the right to expire vacancies prior to the closing date if desired.
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