Compassionate Support Worker for Learning Disabilities

CYGNET; Lockerbie; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Overtime

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Cygnet Trinity Lodge is seeking a confident Support Worker to join our specialist residential service for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs in Lockerbie. You will work full time (42 hours) with day or night shifts, delivering compassionate care and supporting residents to maintain independence.

You will provide physical and emotional support, learn each individual's needs, and report welfare and medical information as required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and support colleagues.
• Empathetic and patient with service users.

Responsibilities

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning 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 medical & welfare needs.
• Report on medical & welfare needs as required.
• Safeguard.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Empathy

Job description

Cygnet Trinity Lodge is seeking a confident Support Worker to join our specialist residential service for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs in Lockerbie. You will work full time (42 hours) with day or night shifts, delivering compassionate care and supporting residents to maintain independence.

You will provide physical and emotional support, learn each individual's needs, and report welfare and medical information as required.