Support Worker

CYGNET; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 36,432,000 - 37,783,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS and blue light discounts

Employee discount savings

Cycle to Work scheme

24 hours free GP helpline

Discounted gym membership

Free eye tests

On site free meals

Job summary

CYGNET is seeking confident Support Workers for Cygnet Hospital Derby. You will work 38.5 hours weekly across day and night shifts, with a two-week rotating pattern. The team focuses on low secure and mental health rehabilitation care, with strong emphasis on person-centered support and safeguarding.

DBS checks are part of the process, and generous benefits accompany the role. The position offers career progression, coaching, and diverse perks designed to support wellbeing and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Clear demonstration of caring and supportive attitude.
• Strong communication with colleagues, patients and families.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide enhanced care with a flexible learning approach.
• Offer guidance and emotional support to people in our care.
• Learn individual needs and respond appropriately.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs as required.
• Report on welfare needs and maintain accurate notes.
• Safeguard residents and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Team player

Empathy and care

Observant and patient

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 confident Support Workers with a passion for delivering outstanding care.You’ll be working 38.5 hours a week, (day shift 7.30am - 8pm and night shift 7.30pm - 8am) making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Derby.Shift patterns are 2 weeks of working day shifts and 2 weeks of working night shifts (rota includes week 1 x 33 hours per week and week 2 x 44 hours per week).Cygnet Hospital Derby provides low secure and mental health rehabilitation care based on the Recovery Model. Our integrated male care pathway includes Litchurch Ward, our low secure ward, and the Wyvern Unit, our mental health rehabilitation service. Alvaston Ward, our specialist female personality disorder service, is one of the leading services of its kind in the East and West Midlands.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.Your day-to-day…Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our careProvide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional supportLearn about individuals’ specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate wayAssist with medical & welfare needsReport on medical & welfare needs as requiredSafeguardMaintain a safe, clean environment for allWhy Cygnet? We’ll offer you…£13.21 per hour increasing to £13.45 per hour at 3 months and £13.70 per hour at 18 monthsRegular coaching & appraisalExpert supervision & peer supportNHS and blue light discountEmployee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme24 hours free GP helplineDiscounted gym membershipFree eye testsOn site benefits including free mealsPlus much moreYou are…Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s livesAn excellent communicator & a good team playerSensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environmentPassionate about empowering & supporting service user independenceSuccessful 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.What next?If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply