Day Support Worker

NHS Jobs; Brant Broughton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid induction

Pension plan

Free meals on duty

Free on-site parking

NHS discounts

Job summary

Cygnet Broughton House in Lincoln is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities and autism. You will provide compassionate, person-centred care, supporting independence and community participation.

Paid induction, ongoing coaching and a supportive team environment are offered. The role involves 42 hours per week on a rolling two-week rota with 12-hour day shifts, and a salary of £13.15 per hour, rising to £13.45 after 3 months.

Qualifications

• High level of compassion and patient-centred approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to undergo induction and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities and autism.
• Assist with daily living, encourage independence and community participation.
• Offer practical guidance, emotional reassurance and physical support as needed.
• Record concerns accurately and follow safeguarding procedures.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver consistent, reliable care.
• Support individuals during 12-hour day shifts and adhere to the rolling rota.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Communication

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Support Worker | Learning Disabilities & Autism | Lincoln area Location: Cygnet Broughton House, LN5 0SL

Pay and Hours

• Pay: £13.15 per hour INCREASE £13.45 after 3 months
• Hours: Full time, 42 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour day shifts
• Full-time, permanent-style hours with a predictable two-week rolling rota

Start a life-changing career in care.

About the role

Looking for a rewarding Support Worker job in Lincoln where your reliability, life experience and people skills can make a real difference? Join Cygnet at Broughton House and help adults with learning disabilities, autism and behaviours that challenge to build confidence, develop independence and take part in their community. Whether you already work in care or are considering a career change from another people-focused role, you will receive paid induction, training, regular coaching and support. What matters most is that you are compassionate, dependable and committed to delivering outstanding person-centred care.

Benefits and Perks

• Paid training and induction, plus regular coaching and support
• Company pension scheme and employee discount scheme
• Free meals on duty and free on-site parking
• NHS retail discounts, with access to Health Service Discounts and Bl ue Light Card registration
• Cycle to Work scheme and enhanced maternity pay

About Broughton House

Broughton House is a 29-bed specialist residential service for adults with severe learning disabilities, autism and behaviours that challenge. The team provides a safe, comfortable and effective care environment, promotes independence and supports community integration.t

Career prospects within an organisation supporting people at more than 150 sites across the UK.

Your day-to-day

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support using a flexible learning approach
• Offer practical guidance, encouragement, physical support and emotional reassurance
• Learn each persons individual needs, preferences and goals, then support them in the most appropriate way
• Assist with medical and welfare needs and report concerns accurately
• Promote independence, choice, dignity and community participation
• Follow safeguarding procedures and help maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment
• Work closely with colleagues to provide consistent, reliable care

About you

• You have a genuine desire to improve peoples lives
• Clear, respectful communication and a positive team approach
• Patience, sensitivity, resilience and good judgement
• Commitment to empowering people and supporting independence
• Reliability and the energy to create a trusting, stimulating and varied environment
• You may already be a Care Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, Residential Support Worker, Autism Support Worker or Learning Disability Support Worker. You may also bring transferable experience from customer service, education, hospitality, community work or another role where patience, communication and responsibility matter.

Hours & Shift Pattern

42 hours per week, working 12-hour day shifts from 7:45am to 7:45pm on a rolling two-week rota: Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday Week 2: Wednesday and Thursday

Travel, Eligibility and Checks

Broughton House is in a location with limited public transport. Applicants must be drivers or have their own reliable means of transport. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. The successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet welcomes applications from people of all ages and backgrounds who meet the role requirements.