Night Support worker

Cygnet Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Leeds is seeking a Care & Support Worker to deliver outstanding healthcare and support to individuals with learning disabilities. This full-time role involves assisting with daily needs and fostering independence within a safe environment. The ideal candidate is sensitive, communicative, and passionate about making a positive impact in people's lives. Competitive perks include training opportunities and mental health support.

Benefits

Free NHS blue light card

Discounts on supermarket shopping

Private health cash plans

Confidential mental health support

Qualifications

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people's lives.
• Excellent communicator and a good team player.
• Sensitive and intuitive with the energy to provide varying support.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Sensitive and intuitive

Passionate about supporting independence

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 confidentCare & Support Workerwith a passion for delivering outstanding healthcare.

You'll be working full time 42hours a week, 12hour shifts, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Gotts Park - Yorkshire Supported Living in Leeds.

The service provides specialist support for adults with learning disabilities, who may have behaviours that challenge and associated complex needs within their own accommodation.
Each accommodation offers individuals the opportunity to hold their own tenancy agreement with a Registered Housing Provider. Individuals who are supported in this service may have previously been detained within a hospital setting and are ready for a step-down placement within their local community. We provide specialist input and risk assessment to manage and reduce high risk or offending behaviour for individuals stepping down from secure, forensic or long-stay settings.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development - you'll also enjoy discounts with our free NHS blue light card, rewards gateway offering 10% or more off supermarket shopping, private health cash plans, free confidential mental health support and more, to support your wellbeing in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day.

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 and report on medical & welfare needs
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

• Opportunities for further qualifications and training
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisals
• Benefits including free NHS blue light card, rewards, money off supermarket shopping, private health cash plans, pension scheme, mental health support and 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.

Please be aware that this vacancy may close before the advertised date if the role is filled. Please send your application as soon as possible.

Cygnethas 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.

What next?

If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you.

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