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.

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?

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.

At Broughton Lodge, 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:

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 Day-to Day...

• 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
  

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
  

Why Cygnet? We'll Offer You...

• £13.45 per hour increasing to £13.75 per hour at 3 months and £14.00 per hour 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
  

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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