Female Support Worker

CYGNET; Hexham; On-site; GBP 14,945 - 21,285; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount savings

Flexible working

Apprenticeship scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

CYGNET is seeking a Female Support Worker at Cygnet Hospital Hexham, offering an opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of individuals with mental health needs. You will be working 42 hours a week, including both day and night shifts, in a supportive therapeutic environment.

The role includes supporting management, ensuring care standards, and providing emotional assistance. A starting pay of £13.15 per hour and excellent career support are offered to the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Genuinely driven to make a difference in people’s lives.
• Sensitive and intuitive with the energy to provide a stimulating environment.
• Passionate about empowering service user independence.

Responsibilities

• Support management and team members in service operations.
• Ensure effective and safe allocation of duties.
• Provide physical and emotional support to individuals.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs as needed.
• Safeguard and maintain a clean environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Empathy

Supportive nature

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.

We are looking for a confident Female Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

You’ll be working 42 hours a week (working both day and night shifts) making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Hexham.

Due to the genuine occupational need, we are only able to accept female applicants for this role.

This is our 27‑bed mental health facility for women with complex mental health needs. The hospital is built to meet the latest national specifications for improving mental health within a therapeutic environment.

Situated amongst the soft fields and meadows of the Tyne valley, which is known for its abbey, leafy parks, and mix of independent shops, the hospital will provide an important and much‑needed service for service users within the North East of England.

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.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others – every day.

Your day‑to‑day…

• Support both management and team members in the day‑to‑day running of the service
• Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely
• 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 and report as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe & clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you… Start pay rate at £13.15 per hour

• Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme

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.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high‑quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.