Support Worker

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

Job summary

A mental health service provider in Coventry is looking for a Female Support Worker to deliver outstanding care amidst a supportive environment. The role involves working 42 hours a week and requires a full UK driver's license. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a passion for empowering service user independence. The position offers competitive pay and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Employee discount savings

Flexible working with overtime opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to make a real difference in people's lives.
• Drive to provide a trusting and stimulating environment.
• Full UK driver's license for over 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach.
• Provide guidance and encouragement through support.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Sensitive and intuitive

Passionate about supporting service user independence

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a confident support worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. Youll be working 42 hours a week a mixture of days and nights, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Maple House.

Main Duties

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 2,864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service‑user focused care and rehabilitation.

Details

Date posted: 05 November 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £12.60 an hour

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: VP3C6CC7C3

Job locations: East Midlands, NG13 8PJ

Job Description & Responsibilities

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

Youll be working 42 hours a week (day shifts 8am‑8pm, night shifts 7.30pm‑8.30am), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Maple House.

Cygnet Maple House is our 16‑bed highly specialised service providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for women with personality disorder and complex needs.

You will be required to drive the 7‑seater transit mini bus as part of the duties for this role, meaning you will need to have had a full UK drivers licence for over 2 years and must be over the age of 21.

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.

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 medical & welfare needs
• Report on medical & welfare needs as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We offer you

• 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 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.

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.

Employer details

Employer name: Cygnet Health Care

Address: East Midlands, NG13 8PJ

Employer's website: https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/