Apprentice Support Worker

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for three Apprentice Support Workers with a drive to support and improve the lives of the vulnerable adults in our care at Cygnet Hospital Sherwood.

You'll be working and learning, earning a City & Guilds qualification in care over the course of a year.

You'll work three 12 hour shifts per week, with a learning day every second week, which works out to 42 hours per week across the month. The role includes day, night, weekend and bank holiday working.

You'll be gaining experience at Cygnet Hospital Sherwood, a 44-bedded hospital for males. Hospital Sherwood has three wards - two Acutes and a PICU.

You will also get access to our perks, which go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development - you'll also enjoy discounts with our free NHS blue light card, rewards gateway offering 10% or more off supermarket shopping, private health cash plans, free confidential mental health support and more, to support your wellbeing in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Main duties of the job

Your day-to-day

• Offer enhanced care and support with a flexible, person-centred approach for all the people in our care
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with and report on any medical & welfare needs
• Ensuring that the people in our care are kept safe from abuse, neglect and harm
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

• Opportunities for further qualifications and training
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisals
• Benefits including free NHS blue light card, rewards, money off supermarket shopping, private health cash plans, pension scheme, mental health support and much more
• Earn as you learn, starting at £8.60 an hour during your apprenticeship.

About us

Cygnet 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 160 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

You are

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives
  
• An excellent communicator & a good team player
  
• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
  
• Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence
  

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Please be aware that this vacancy may close before the advertised date if the role is filled. Please send your application as soon as possible.

What next?

If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you.

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