Senior Support Worker

Cygnet Group; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bishop Auckland is seeking a Senior Support Worker to provide outstanding care. The role involves supporting both management and team members while ensuring a safe and clean environment. Candidates should have at least 2 years' experience in healthcare and demonstrate leadership skills, compassion, and effective communication. Enjoy benefits like flexible working and opportunities for further training while making a difference in individuals' lives.

Benefits

Opportunities for further learning

Flexible working

Employee discount savings

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in healthcare or support.
• Experience in team leadership.
• Compassionately support individuals with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Support management and team in daily operations.
• Safeguard and maintain a clean environment.
• Provide emotional support and help with welfare needs.

Skills

Leadership skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

Intuition

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 confident Senior Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

You will be working 42 hours a week, including working alternate weekends.

Thornfield Grange is a specialist residential service with nursing for adults with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs. Based in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, Thornfield Grange supports individuals who have behaviours that may challenge, as well as those who have significant difficulties with social engagement.

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 whilereaping 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

• Experienced in a healthcare or support setting for a minimum of 2 years
• Experienced in team leadership skills
• Experienced in supporting individuals with complex needs in a compassionate and person-centred manner
• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people's lives
• A strong 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.

Cygnethas 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.

What next?

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

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