Support Worker

Cygnet; Orchard Portman; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Training & development

Apprenticeship scheme

Wellbeing centre

Job summary

Cygnet Hospital Taunton is seeking compassionate Support Workers to join our mental health team. You will work 38.5 hours per week in a structured, therapeutic setting, providing high-quality care and practical support to adults with mental health needs.

Shifts include days, nights and weekends; driving or reliable transport is highly desirable. DBS check is required for successful applicants, and ongoing training is provided to support professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in health and social care, mental health support, learning disabilities or complex needs.
• Live locally to Taunton or within reliable commuting distance.
• Able to work flexible rota including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to service users, patients and residents.
• Offer emotional and practical support to help individuals feel safe and understood.
• Support daily routines, independence and wellbeing.
• Learn each individual's needs and deliver person-centred support.
• Assist with medical, welfare and physical health needs and report concerns.
• Help safeguard vulnerable adults and maintain professional boundaries.
• Maintain a safe, clean and supportive environment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Patience

Calm under pressure

Reliability

Tools

Driving licence

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.

Are you an experienced Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Care Worker in the Taunton area looking for a rewarding role in mental health services?

At Cygnet Hospital Taunton, we are looking for compassionate and reliable Support Workers to join our team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in health and social care, mental health support, learning disabilities, autism, residential care, hospital care or supported living.

You'll be part of a dedicated team supporting adults in a specialist mental health hospital setting, helping people build confidence, develop independence and work towards positive outcomes.

About Cygnet Hospital Taunton

Cygnet Hospital Taunton provides acute inpatient admissions services for men and women, as well as a specialist inpatient service for men diagnosed with a learning disability. We are also developing a new neurocognitive service line for men.

Located in Taunton, Somerset, this role may suit candidates living locally in areas such as Taunton, Bridgwater, Wellington, Yeovil, Chard, Ilminster, Minehead, Wiveliscombe, Tiverton and surrounding areas.

What you'll be doing as a Support Worker

Salary: £13.45 per hour

As a Support Worker at Cygnet Hospital Taunton, you'll work 38.5 hours per week supporting people with mental health needs in a safe, structured and therapeutic environment.

Shifts: Days, nights and weekends. Flexibility is required.

• Providing high-quality care and support to service users, patients and residents
• Offering emotional and practical support to help individuals feel safe, respected and understood
• Supporting people with daily routines, independence and wellbeing
• Learning about each individual's specific needs and providing person-centred support
• Assisting with medical, welfare and physical health needs, reporting concerns where required
• Helping to safeguard vulnerable adults and maintain professional boundaries
• Maintaining a safe, clean and supportive environment
• Working closely with colleagues as part of a multidisciplinary team

Who we're looking for

We are looking for people who are genuinely passionate about supporting others and making a real difference.

You will ideally have previous experience as a:

• Support Worker
• Healthcare Assistant
• Mental Health Support Worker
• Care Assistant
• Residential Support Worker
• Learning Disability Support Worker
• Autism Support Worker
• Clinical Support Worker

We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who:

• Have experience working in health and social care, mental health, learning disabilities or complex needs
• Live locally to Taunton or can reliably commute to Cygnet Hospital Taunton
• Can work flexibly across a rota, including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays
• Ideally hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle
• Are calm, patient, resilient and able to work well under pressure
• Are excellent communicators and strong team players
• Can provide a trusting, stimulating and varied environment for service users
• Are committed to empowering people and supporting independence

Why join Cygnet as a Support Worker?

At Cygnet, we support thousands of people across more than 150 services throughout the UK. We'll help you develop your career while making a meaningful difference every day.

• £13.45 per hour
• 38.5 hours per week
• Flexible working with opportunities for overtime
• Excellent training and further learning opportunities
• Access to our apprenticeship scheme
• Regular coaching, supervision and appraisal
• Expert supervision and peer support
• Employee discount savings
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Recruitment referral scheme
• Access to our wellbeing centre, including support with physical, mental and financial wellbeing

Important information

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

This role involves shift work, including nights, weekends and bank holidays. Due to the shift patterns and location, being able to drive or having reliable transport is highly desirable.

What next?

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