Support Worker

Cygnet; Scotland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care provider in Scotland is seeking a passionate Support Worker to provide outstanding care to individuals with learning disabilities. You will work 42 hours a week in a flexible environment, and will have opportunities for further learning and career growth. Ideal candidates are excellent communicators and team players dedicated to empowering service users.

Benefits

Apprenticeship opportunities

Flexible working and overtime

Employee discount savings

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Driven to make a real difference in people's lives.
• Good team player with sensitivity and intuition.
• Passionate about supporting service user independence.

Responsibilities

• Support the management and team in daily operations.
• Ensure safe and effective duty allocation.
• Provide guidance and encouragement through emotional support.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Team player

Sensitive and intuitive

Ability to empower service users

Job description

Location

Broughty Ferry, Dundee City, Scotland DD5

Pay

£12.76 per hour up to £13.23 per hour post probation

Hours

Full time

Contract

Permanent

Role

Other Qualified Professional

Posted / Closes

Posted 18 Sep 2025

Closes 21 Oct 2025

Job Description

We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You will be working 42 hours a week, both day and night shifts, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Thistle House. Thistle House is a specialist residential service supporting up to ten individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs. The team of nurses and support workers also support those with behaviours that may challenge and those with associated mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service.
• Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely.
• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care.
• Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support.
• Learn about individuals' specific needs and provide help in the most appropriate way.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs and report as required.
• Safeguard.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for all.

Benefits

• Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme.
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime.
• Regular coaching and appraisal.
• Expert supervision and peer support.
• Employee discount savings and Cycle to Work scheme.

Qualifications

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people's lives.
• An excellent communicator and a good team player.
• Sensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating and varied environment.
• Passionate about empowering and supporting service user independence.

Additional Information

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

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes.