Support Worker

Cygnet Hospital Derby; Etwall CP; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shopping discounts

Healthcare benefits

Career prospects

Job summary

Cygnet Hospital Derby in Etwall, Derbyshire, is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help residents with daily living and rehabilitation.

You'll work 38.5 hours per week on a rota of day and night shifts, with progression to higher pay over time (£13.21 rising to £13.70). The role offers a supportive team, training, and a chance to make a real difference in people’s lives.

Responsibilities

• 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

Job description

Support Worker

Date: 2026-09-24T10:26:20

Location: Etwall, Derbyshire, GB, DE65 6

Application Deadline: 2026-10-24T16:43:20.71

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, with day shifts from 7.30am to 8pm and night shifts from 7.30pm to 8am, making a positive difference in 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).

About Cygnet Hospital Derby

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
• 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.

Perks & Benefits

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll also enjoy:

• Shopping, travel and leisure discounts
• A range of healthcare and financial benefits
• Career prospects while 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 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:

• £13.21 per hour increasing to £13.45 per hour at 3 months and £13.70 per hour at 18 months
• Regular coaching & appraisal"