Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Support Time and Recovery (STR) Worker

The closing date is 04 February 2026

Job summary

We are an adult CMHT in Bournemouth. We are all passionate about our jobs and have a warm and friendly atmosphere within the team.

The ideal candidate will work as part of a team, which promotes social inclusion and access for services users in recovery from mental health difficulties.

Our team focus on the individual needs and wishes of service users, working across boundaries of care, organisations in enabling and empowering individuals to access opportunities which may promote their recovery. This activity is coordinated through the Care Programme Approach/Care Management process.

This is a full-time post only.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Main duties of the job

You will provide support, give time to an allocated group of service users and thus promote their recovery and maintain them in their community environment. Within the context of this assess, plan, promote and review individualised activity plans utilising team procedures.

You will assist care coordinators in the development of holistic individualised care plans.

You will work with minimal supervision and to manage a caseload of up to 20 clients full time.

You will work within Trust policies and procedures

You will travel within the geographical work area in an effective manner. Driving is an essential criteria of this role. Please ensure you are qualified to drive and do you have access to a vehicle for work purposes.

You will work with potential providers in promoting access to activities in the local community by building good quality sustainable relationships that will support clients in the long term. Promote compassionate communities.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do, and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion, and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

21 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year p/a

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-M472.25

Job locations

Kings Park Community Hospital

Gloucester Road

Bournemouth

BH7 6JF


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

  • In possession of or ability to attain NVQ Level 3 in care, or equivalent
  • Commitment to undertake Continuing Personal Development.

Skills, ability and knowledge

Essential

  • Ability to listen effectively and communicate effectively at all levels.
  • Written communication skills to enable completion of records.
  • Ability to form positive therapeutic relationships with service users and carers.
  • Ability to acknowledge diversity and promote antidiscriminatory practice/equal opportunities.
  • An understanding of the mental health system.
  • Ability to achieve a pass mark (75%) in the ICT Basic Skills test.

Skills, abilty and knowledge

Essential

  • Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively.

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of mental health services (as a worker or service user/carer).
  • Experience of dealing with emotional distress.
  • Experience of supporting socially excluded groups of people gain and retain work.
Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

  • In possession of or ability to attain NVQ Level 3 in care, or equivalent
  • Commitment to undertake Continuing Personal Development.

Skills, ability and knowledge

Essential

  • Ability to listen effectively and communicate effectively at all levels.
  • Written communication skills to enable completion of records.
  • Ability to form positive therapeutic relationships with service users and carers.
  • Ability to acknowledge diversity and promote antidiscriminatory practice/equal opportunities.
  • An understanding of the mental health system.
  • Ability to achieve a pass mark (75%) in the ICT Basic Skills test.

Skills, abilty and knowledge

Essential

  • Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively.

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of mental health services (as a worker or service user/carer).
  • Experience of dealing with emotional distress.
  • Experience of supporting socially excluded groups of people gain and retain work.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kings Park Community Hospital

Gloucester Road

Bournemouth

BH7 6JF


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kings Park Community Hospital

Gloucester Road

Bournemouth

BH7 6JF


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Team Leader

Agata Bienkowska

agata.bienkowska1@nhs.net

01202705557

Details

Date posted

21 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year p/a

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-M472.25

Job locations

Kings Park Community Hospital

Gloucester Road

Bournemouth

BH7 6JF


Supporting documents

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