Sessional Support Worker

About Us

The Star Centre is a welcoming peer-led community hub operated by EACH, supporting adults experiencing mental health challenges, social isolation, and emotional wellbeing difficulties. We provide a safe, inclusive environment where people can build confidence, develop new skills, form meaningful connections, and improve their overall wellbeing.

Through group activities, one-to-one support, signposting, and community engagement opportunities, the Star Centre helps individuals move towards greater independence and recovery.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate, and reliable Support Worker to provide temporary cover for a valued member of staff who will be absent.

You will play an important role in ensuring the smooth running of the Star Centre and supporting service users to access activities, build social connections, and achieve their personal goals.

T & Cs

Equalities Monitoring Form

Supporting Statement Form

Salary:    £14.80 -£16.00 per hour                               

Location: Star Centre – Hounslow       

Contract: Temporary Cover (6 Weeks) Start Date: 1st July 2026 Working Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday | 2:00pm – 8:00pm (18 hours per week) Location: Star Centre, Hounslow

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome and support service users attending the centre.
• Facilitate and assist with group activities and wellbeing sessions.
• Provide practical and emotional support to individuals accessing the service.
• Promote recovery, independence, and social inclusion.
• Maintain accurate records and attendance information.
• Support service users to access community resources and opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers, and partner organisations.
• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality procedures are followed at all times.
• Assist with the day-to-day running of the centre such as cooking meals.
• Can build positive and professional relationships with service users.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and professional boundaries.
• Is confident facilitating small groups and community activities.

About You

• We are looking for someone who:
• Has experience supporting people in a health, wellbeing, community, housing, or social care setting.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is organised, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Has a genuine passion for supporting people experiencing mental health.  

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate of £14.80 -£16.00 per hour.

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.

Supportive and friendly team environment.

Valuable experience within a respected mental health and wellbeing organisation.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting people to improve their wellbeing and would like to join our team, we would love to hear from you.

Please complete the application form online and supporting statement

Closing Date: Open until filled Interviews: To be arranged as applications are received

EACH is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS checks where applicable.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, please apply today. CVs NOT ACCEPTED, all applicants must complete EACH’s Employment Application Form to be considered for shortlisting.  

EACH does not sponsor visas under the Skilled Worker route or other sponsored work routes. Candidates must therefore already hold immigration permission that allows them to work in the UK, without sponsorship from EACH, for the duration of the initial contract or appointment period.