Learning Disabilities Support Workers (Days Only)

NHS; Huddersfield; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Learning Disabilities Support Workers to join their team in Huddersfield. This role involves working with individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs, providing essential support and guidance. You will be part of a caring environment, making a significant impact on the lives of those you assist. The position offers excellent career prospects, full training, and the chance to work in a rewarding field. If you are passionate about empowering individuals and making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Free Parking

Free DBS Check

NHS Blue Light Discount Card

Reward Gateway

Full Paid Training and Induction

Contributory Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Driven to make a real difference in people's lives.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide enhanced care with a flexible learning approach.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs as required.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for all.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Emotional Support

Job description

Learning Disabilities Support Workers (Days Only)

Cygnet Healthcare is looking for experienced Learning Disabilities Support Workers (Days Only) to join our team working at Langdale House. You will be working 42 hours a week (from 08:00 am till 08:00 pm, including alternative weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Langdale House. Langdale House is a specialist residential service supporting individuals with learning disabilities, complex needs and behaviours that may challenge in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. The main house accommodates up to eight residents and offers spacious communal areas, a dedicated activity room and an enclosed outdoor garden within a homely environment. In the grounds, we have two new single occupancy flats in the Coach House. Each flat boasts a double bedroom with fitted furniture, a bathroom/wet room and open plan living and kitchen space.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Job 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
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

• £12.60 increasing to £13.10 Per Hour
• Free Parking
• Free DBS Check
• NHS Blue Light Discount Card
• Reward Gateway
• Full Paid Training and Induction
• Contributory Pension 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

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

This vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.