Support Worker

Cygnet Group; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme and professional dev.

Apprenticeship scheme

Overtime options

Coaching and appraisal

Supervision and peer support

Cycle to Work scheme

GP helpline

Discounted Gym membership

NHS and blue light discount

Free eye tests

On-site meals

Job summary

Cygnet Group is seeking a Specialist Day Support Worker to join our team at Broughton Lodge, Macclesfield, a specialist enhanced residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities. You will work 42 hours per week on a Monday-to-Friday pattern (days 8am–8pm), with Week 1: 4 days on, 3 off and Week 2: 3 days on, 4 off.

You will deliver enhanced care in a clinical, supportive environment, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Must be an excellent communicator and a team player.
• Passionate about empowering and supporting service users.

Responsibilities

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach.
• Deliver specialist support interventions alongside a clinical team.
• Provide guidance and emotional support.
• Adapt help to individuals' specific needs.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs.
• Report on medical and welfare needs as required.
• Safeguard the most vulnerable in society.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Driven to make a difference

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.

Join Our Team as aSpecialist Day Support Worker!

Are you a confident Support Worker driven by a passion for delivering exceptional care in a specialist enhanced support environment?

About Us

You'll work42 hours a weekdays only, making a profound difference in the lives of adults with autism and learning disabilities at Broughton Lodge, a specialist enhanced residential service for individuals who may present challenging behaviours.

Shift Pattern: Days (8 am - 8 pm)

Week 1: 4 days on, 3 days off

Week 2: 3 days on, 4 days off

Why Choose Cygnet?

• Beyond pension schemes and professional development, we provide perks that enhance your life inside and outside of work
• Enjoy shopping, travel, and leisure discounts, along with healthcare and financial benefits
• Join us for excellent career prospects and the satisfaction of making a daily difference

Your Responsibilities

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach
• Deliver specialist support interventions alongside a clinical team
• Provide guidance and emotional support
• Adapt help to individuals' specific needs
• Assist with medical and welfare needs
• Report on medical and welfare needs as required
• Safeguard the most vulnerable in society
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We'll Offer You

• £13.15 per hour increasing to £13.45 per hour at 3 months and £13.70 at 18 months
• Opportunities for further learning via our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with overtime options
• Regular coaching and appraisal
• Expert supervision and peer support
• Employee discount savings and Cycle to Work scheme
• 24 hours GP helpline
• Discounted Gym membership
• NHS and blue light discount
• Free eye tests
• On site benefits including free meals
• Plus much more

You Are

• Genuinely driven to make a real difference
• An excellent communicator and team player
• Sensitive and intuitive, fostering trust and stimulation
• Passionate about empowering and supporting service user independence
• Eager to enhance your skills in a specialist enhanced care environment with a clear career progression plan
• Ready to contribute to an open, transparent, and expressive staff culture where you lead your team

Successful candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Join Cygnet

Cygnet has been providing high-quality specialist mental health services for over 30 years. Here, you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users, and their families.

What next?

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