Day Support Worker

Cygnet Group; North Kesteven; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid induction and training

Company pension scheme

Free meals on duty

Free on-site parking

NHS/Blue Light discounts

Job summary

Cygnet Group is recruiting a dedicated Support Worker in Lincoln to help adults with learning disabilities, autism and behaviours that challenge. You will provide compassionate, person-centred support, promote independence and help individuals engage with their community, inside Broughton House.

Working 42 hours per week with 12-hour day shifts, you will receive a starting rate of £13.15 per hour, rising to £13.45 after three months.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or similar people-facing roles preferred.
• Compassionate, dependable and committed to person-centred care.
• Willing to undergo enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support using a flexible learning approach.
• Offer practical guidance, encouragement, physical support and emotional reassurance.
• Learn each person’s individual needs, preferences and goals, then support them accordingly.
• 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.

Job description

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.

Support Worker | Learning Disabilities & Autism | Lincoln area

Location: Cygnet Broughton House, LN5 0SL

Pay: £13.15 per hour INCREASE £13.45 after 3 months

Hours: Full time, 42 hours per week

Shift: 12-hour day shifts

Start a life-changing career in care.

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.

Why this Support Worker role could be right for you:

• £13.15 per hour, rising to £13.45 after three months
• Full-time, permanent-style hours with a predictable two-week rolling rota
• 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 Blue Light Card registration
• Cycle to Work scheme and enhanced maternity pay
• Career prospects within an organisation supporting people at more than 150 sites across the UK

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

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 person's 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 people's 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

Hours and 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.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

The successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Ready to make a difference?

If you are searching for a Support Worker job in Lincoln, a local care role near Grantham or Newark, or a meaningful new career in social care, we would like to hear from you.

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

What next?

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