Support Worker

NHS; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Bishop Auckland is seeking a Support Worker to deliver outstanding care. This role involves providing emotional and physical support, maintaining a safe environment, and empowering service user independence. Candidates will benefit from a comprehensive package including NHS discounts and free meals on-site. The salary starts at £12.60 per hour, increasing post-probation.

Benefits

Flexible working with opportunities for overtime

NHS and blue light discount

Employee discount savings and Cycle to Work scheme

24 hours free GP helpline

Discounted gym membership

Free eye tests

On site benefits including free meals

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to make a difference in people's lives.
• Ability to provide trusting and stimulating environment.
• Energy required for varied support.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs as required.
• Safeguard individuals and maintain a safe, clean environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Sensitive and intuitive

Passionate about service user independence

Job description

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

You'll be working 42 hours a week (working days 7.45am - 8pm), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Thornfield Grange.

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 empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job responsibilities

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

You'll be working 42- hours a week (working days 7.45am to 8.00pm), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Thornfield Grange.

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 while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every 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 medical & welfare needs
• Report on medical & welfare needs as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• NHS and blue light discount
• Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
• 24 hours free GP helpline
• Discounted gym membership
• Free eye tests
• On site benefits including free meals
• Plus much more...https://careers.cygnetgroup.com/benefits/

You are

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples 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. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

Person Specification

General Requirements

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£12.60 an hourIncreasing to £12.85 Post Probation