About this role
Job summary
We are looking for confident Day Support Workers with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 42 hours a week, days only (including alternate weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Broughton Lodge.
Main duties of the job At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job description Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around there's no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
Are you a confident Support Worker driven by a passion for delivering exceptional care in a specialist enhanced support environment?
You'll work 42 hours a week (days only and alternate weekends), making a profound difference in the lives of adults with autism and learning disabilities at Broughton Lodge, a specialist enhanced residential service for individuals who may present challenging behaviours.
Shift Pattern: Days (8 am - 8 pm)
Week 1: 4 days on, 3 days off
Week 2: 3 days on, 4 days off
Why Choose Cygnet?
Beyond pension schemes and professional development, we provide perks that enhance your life inside and outside of work
Enjoy shopping, travel, and leisure discounts, along with healthcare and financial benefits
Join us for excellent career prospects and the satisfaction of making a daily difference
Your Responsibilities
Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach
Deliver specialist support interventions alongside a clinical team
Provide guidance and emotional support
Adapt help to individuals specific needs
Assist with medical and welfare needs
Report on medical and welfare needs as required
Safeguard the most vulnerable in society
Maintain a safe, clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? We'll Offer You
£13.15 per hour increasing to £13.45 per hour at 3 months and £13.70 at 18 months
Opportunities for further learning via our excellent apprenticeship scheme
Flexible working with overtime options
Regular coaching and appraisal
Expert supervision and peer support
Employee discount savings and Cycle to Work scheme
24 hours GP helpline
Discounted Gym membership
NHS and blue light discount
Free eye tests
On site benefits including free meals
Plus much more
You Are
Genuinely driven to make a real difference
An excellent communicator and team player
Sensitive and intuitive, fostering trust and stimulation
Passionate about empowering and supporting service user independence
Eager to enhance your skills in a specialist enhanced care environment with a clear career progression plan
Ready to contribute to an open, transparent, and expressive staff culture where you lead your team
Successful candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Join Cygnet
Cygnet has been providing high-quality specialist mental health services for over 30 years. Here, you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users, and their families.
Ready to embark on a rewarding career journey while making a significant impact every day? Apply now and become a vital part of the Cygnet family.
What next?
If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.
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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 Cygnet Health Care
Address
Macclesfield
SK11 0JG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)