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Job summary
We are looking for confident Support Workers with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 42 hours a week (days/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.
Join Our Team as a Specialist Day Support Worker!
Are you a confident Support Worker driven by a passion for delivering exceptional care in a specialist enhanced support environment?
About Us
You'll work 42 hours a week days only, 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 workEnjoy shopping, travel, and leisure discounts, along with healthcare and financial benefitsJoin us for excellent career prospects and the satisfaction of making a daily difference
Your Responsibilities
Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approachDeliver specialist support interventions alongside a clinical teamProvide guidance and emotional supportAdapt help to individuals specific needsAssist with medical and welfare needsReport on medical and welfare needs as requiredSafeguard the most vulnerable in societyMaintain 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 monthsOpportunities for further learning via our excellent apprenticeship schemeFlexible working with overtime optionsRegular coaching and appraisalExpert supervision and peer supportEmployee discount savings and Cycle to Work scheme24 hours GP helplineDiscounted Gym membershipNHS and blue light discountFree eye testsOn site benefits including free mealsPlus much more
You Are
Genuinely driven to make a real differenceAn excellent communicator and team playerSensitive and intuitive, fostering trust and stimulationPassionate about empowering and supporting service user independenceEager to enhance your skills in a specialist enhanced care environment with a clear career progression planReady 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.
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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
Employer's website https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)