About this role
Job summary Make a Real Difference Every Day
Cygnet Group is looking for a compassionate and confident Day Support Worker to join our dedicated team at Nightingale.
This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, support people to achieve greater independence, and make a lasting impact on the lives of adults with autism and learning disabilities.
Working full-time, 42 hours per week on 12-hour day shifts, you'll play a vital role in helping the people we support live fulfilling, rewarding lives in a safe and nurturing environment.
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 theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
Make a Real Difference Every Day
Cygnet Group is looking for a compassionate and confident Day Support Worker to join our dedicated team at Nightingale.
This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, support people to achieve greater independence, and make a lasting impact on the lives of adults with autism and learning disabilities.
Working full-time, 42 hours per week on 12-hour day shifts, you'll play a vital role in helping the people we support live fulfilling, rewarding lives in a safe and nurturing environment.
Your Day-to-Day...
Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all our service users, patients and residents
Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support
Learn about individuals specific needs and provide help in the most appropriate way
Assist with medical and welfare needs and report as required
Safeguard those in our care
Maintain a safe and clean environment for all
Support service users with community-based activities and appointments, including driving when required
You Are...
Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives
An excellent communicator and a good team player
Sensitive and intuitive, with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating and varied environment
Committed to empowering and supporting service user independence
In possession of a full UK driving licence, held for a minimum of 2 years
Why Cygnet? We'll Offer You...
Salary: £13.45 per hour
Increasing to £13.75 per hour after 3 months.
An opportunity to undertake further learning through our excellent apprenticeship scheme
Flexible working with opportunities for overtime
Regular coaching and appraisal
Expert supervision and peer support
Employee discount savings and Cycle to Work scheme
Recruitment referral scheme
Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and must hold a full UK driving licence that has been valid for at least 2 years.
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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
Bournemouth
BH6 3PX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)