Night Support Worker

NHS; South Normanton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Night Support Worker to join their dedicated team at Cygnet Storthfield House. This role involves providing outstanding care to individuals in a rehabilitation setting, focusing on their recovery and well-being. The successful candidate will work 42 hours a week, contributing to a supportive environment that promotes independence and positive outcomes. With opportunities for professional development and employee benefits, this position is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Passionate about empowering and supporting service user independence.
• Excellent communicator and good team player.

Responsibilities

• Providing enhanced care with a flexible learning approach.
• Offering guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support.
• Maintaining a safe, clean environment for all.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Job description

We are looking for a confident Night Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 42 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Storthfield House.

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.

About us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then, we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism, and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10,000 employees empowers 2,864 individuals across 150 services to make a positive difference to their lives through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job responsibilities

We are looking for a confident Night Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You will work 42 hours a week at Cygnet Storthfield House, a 22-bed specialist high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men in Derbyshire, dedicated to providing a high-quality environment for promoting long-term recovery.

From the moment individuals arrive, you will work with them to maximize positive outcomes and recovery, focusing on discharge plans to enable them to move to the least restrictive environment suitable for them. For some, this could be independent living; for others needing additional support, we provide a step-down service, 15 The Sycamores, a 4-bed facility offering continued support as part of their recovery journey, supported by the multidisciplinary team (MDT).

By combining a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach, we deliver high-quality care using our unique 4-stage model of care for our mental health high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) services.

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 both in and out of work.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all individuals in our care
• Offering guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support
• Learning about individuals' specific needs and providing help appropriately
• Assisting with medical and welfare needs
• Reporting on medical and welfare needs as required
• Safeguarding individuals
• Maintaining a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We offer...

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

You are...

• Genuinely driven with a desire 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

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 over 30 years. In this role, you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users, and their families.

Person Specification

General Requirements

• Please refer to the job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be conducted to verify any previous criminal convictions.