Male Support Worker

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a confident Male Support Worker to provide outstanding care in a community residential home. This role involves working 40 hours a week, including nights, to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You'll enjoy flexible working, coaching, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Employee discount savings

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working

Regular coaching and appraisal

Qualifications

• Driven to make a real difference in people's lives.
• Excellent communicator and team player.
• Passionate about supporting independence.

Responsibilities

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach.
• Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

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

You'll be working 40 hours a week, including nights, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Shear Meadow.

*Due to the occupational demands and needs of this service, we are only able to accept male applicants who hold a Full Clean UK Driving License*

At Cygnet, our perks go beyond pension schemes and professional development. You'll enjoy shopping, travel, and leisure discounts, as well as healthcare and financial benefits to support your well-being.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects and make a difference every day.

Main duties of the job

1. Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all individuals in our care
2. Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support
3. Learn about individuals' specific needs and provide help in the most appropriate way
4. Assist with medical and welfare needs and report on them as required
5. Safeguard and maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...

• Flexible working with opportunities for overtime
• Regular coaching and appraisal
• Employee discount savings and Cycle to Work scheme

You are...

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

About us

Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has provided high-quality specialist mental health services for over 30 years.

This role offers the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users, and their families.

Job responsibilities

We are seeking a confident Male Support Worker to work 40 hours per week, including days, nights, and some weekends, making a positive impact at Shear Meadow.

Shear Meadow is a community residential home providing outcome-focused care for adults with learning disabilities, some with challenging behaviors and complex needs.

*Due to the occupational needs and demands of the service, only male applicants with a UK Driving License will be considered*

At Cygnet, our perks include pension schemes, professional development, shopping, travel, leisure discounts, healthcare, and financial benefits.

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach
• Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support
• Learn about individuals' specific needs and help appropriately
• Assist and report on medical and welfare needs
• Safeguard and maintain a safe, clean environment

Why Cygnet? We offer...

• Flexible working and overtime opportunities
• Regular coaching and appraisal
• Employee discounts and Cycle to Work scheme

You are...

• Genuinely motivated to make a difference
• An excellent communicator and team player
• Sensitive, intuitive, energetic, and adaptable
• Passionate about supporting independence

Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been delivering high-quality mental health services for over 30 years and offers you the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users, and their families.

Person Specification

General Requirements

• Please refer to the above job description
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a DBS check for any previous convictions.