Female Bank Support Worker

Cygnet; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in Darlington seeks a Female Bank Support Worker for flexible shifts at Kensington Gardens. This role focuses on empowering individuals with complex mental health needs and requires a strong commitment to care. Key responsibilities include providing emotional and physical support, maintaining safety, and assisting with medical needs. The ideal candidate is compassionate and team-oriented. Competitive pay at £12.37 per hour with additional benefits.

Benefits

Employee discount savings

Free meals on site

Discounted gym membership

24 hours free GP helpline

Qualifications

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people's lives.
• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy to provide a trusting environment.
• Passionate about empowering service user independence.

Responsibilities

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach.
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support.
• Assist with medical & welfare needs.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Empathy

Ability to support independence

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an outstanding Female Bank Support Worker with a passion for delivering excellent care. You'll have the opportunity to work bank shifts at Kensington Gardens. Kensington Gardens in Darlington provides four tenancies, the service is focused on empowering individuals with complex mental health needs, learning disabilities, autism, and challenging behaviours to live more independently. *Due to the occupational needs, and the demands of the service we are only able to accept female applicants for this role*

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Your day-to-day

• 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

Why Cygnet? We\'ll offer you

• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• NHS and blue light discount
• Employee discount savings & "Cycle to Work" scheme
• 24 hours free GP helpline
• Discounted gym membership
• Free eye tests
• On site benefits including free meals
• Plus much more...

You are

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people\'s lives
• An excellent communicator & a good team player
• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
• Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Role details

Location: Kensington Gardens, Darlington (Darlington, England)

Contract: Bank

Hours: Full time

Pay: £12.37 per hour plus 12.1% holiday allowance

Posted: 9 Oct 2025

Closes: 5 Nov 2025

"Cygnet" has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you\'ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.