Night Support Worker

Cygnet; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established mental health hospital is seeking a dedicated Night Support Worker to provide outstanding care and support to individuals in their care. This role involves working 38.5 hours a week, where you'll make a positive impact on the lives of others. You'll be part of a team that values communication, empathy, and a flexible approach to care. With opportunities for professional development, employee discounts, and a supportive work environment, this position offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about mental health and well-being. Join us to help empower and support service users in achieving independence.

Benefits

Apprenticeship scheme

Flexible working

Employee discount savings

Cycle to Work scheme

Regular coaching & appraisal

Expert supervision & peer support

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support management and team members in daily operations.
• Provide guidance and encouragement through emotional support.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for all.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Empathy

Emotional support

Flexibility

Job description

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

You'll be working 38.5 hours a week (working from 7.30pm to 8.00am), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Harrogate. This is a long-established mental health hospital that provides an emergency admissions service across two acute wards.

Sanctuary Ward is Cygnet Hospital Harrogate's emergency acute inpatient service for women. The ward can accept service users on an informal basis and also those detained under the Mental Health Act.

Haven Ward is Cygnet Hospital Harrogate's 19 bed acute mental health service for men. The ward can treat service users on an informal basis and also those detained under the Mental Health Act.

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...

• 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.