Support Worker

NHS; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health care is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to join their dedicated team. In this fulfilling role, you will provide vital support to individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs, helping them lead more independent lives. You'll work flexible hours, including day and night shifts, making a meaningful impact on the lives of those in your care. This position offers excellent career prospects, ongoing training, and the chance to be part of a supportive community focused on empowering individuals. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the energy to create a nurturing environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Employee discount savings

Cycle to Work scheme

Regular coaching and appraisal

Qualifications

• Driven to make a difference in people's lives.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical and emotional support to individuals in care.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for all residents.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs as required.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

No formal education required

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 (you will be required to work a mixture of day shifts, night shifts and weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Sherwood Lodge.

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 2,864 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 (you will be required to work a mixture of day shifts, night shifts and weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Sherwood Lodge.

At Cygnet Sherwood Lodge, we support 26 men with learning disabilities and associated complex needs who may also have behaviours that challenge.

• 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
• Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme

You are...

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people's 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.