Senior Support Worker (Days)

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 a confident Senior Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

You'll be working 42 hours per week, working days only (including working alternate weekends). You will support in making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Broughton Lodge.

Shift Pattern: Days (8 am - 8 pm)

Week 1: 4 days on, 3 days off

Week 2: 3 days on, 4 days off

Broughton Lodge is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and a learning disability who may present with behaviours that may be of concern.

We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration. On site we have a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) who assist and support us to provide outcome based care and support pathways.

Depending on the individual's level of need, we have 3 different areas within the service offering different levels of support, including support for young men and women leaving an educational provision.

Your Day-to-Day...

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach to all individuals in our care
  
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
  
• Learn about individuals' specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
  
• Assist with medical & welfare needs & report as required
  
• Support management in the day-to-day running of the service
  
• Undertake supervisory & administrative responsibilities
  
• Safeguard
  
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for all
  

You are...

• An experienced Support Worker ready to step up to a new challenge
  
• Genuinely driven to make a difference in people's lives
  
• Confident, assertive & ambitious for yourself, service users & the organisation
  
• An excellent communicator & good team player
  
• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
  
• Able to empower & support service user independence
  
• Organised, committed & keen to develop your management & leadership skills
  
• NVQ level 3 qualified in Care (desirable)
  

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...

• £14.23 per hour
  
• Opportunities to undertake further learning & career development
  
• Flexible working with opportunities for overtime
  
• Regular coaching & appraisal
  
• Expert supervision & peer support
  
• Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
  
• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial & mental health advice
  
• 24 hours free GP helpline
  
• Discounted gym membership
  
• Free eye tests
  
• NHS and blue light discount
  
• On site benefits including free meals
  
• Plus much more
  

Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

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