Support worker

Cygnet; Southampton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Overtime opportunities

Coaching and development

Job summary

Cygnet is seeking a Learning Disabilities Support Worker for Devon Lodge in the UK. The role involves providing person-centred, flexible support to adults with autism and learning disabilities, with emphasis on daily living skills, wellbeing, and safeguarding. DBS check is required.

The position offers a 42-hour contract with daytime shifts across a 7-day rota, and opportunities for overtime and ongoing coaching and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting adults with autism and learning disabilities.
• Enhanced DBS check is required for successful candidates.

Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred, flexible support tailored to each individual
• Offering emotional and practical guidance to help people thrive
• Supporting with daily living skills, personal care and wellbeing needs
• Assisting with medical and welfare requirements
• Recording and reporting on health, progress and any concerns
• Safeguarding and promoting the safety and dignity of those in your care
• Helping maintain a clean, safe and positive environment

Skills

Person-centred care

Team communication

Compassion

Empathy

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.

Cygnet Group are looking for a confident, caring and motivated Learning Disabilities Support Worker to join our friendly team at Devon Lodge. If you’re passionate about helping others live fulfilling, independent lives, this is a role where you can genuinely make a difference every single day.

We are offering a 42‑hour contract, working a variety of daytime shifts. Some shifts may start at 7 am, while others may finish at 10 pm, across a 7‑day rota (including two weekends per month).

Devon Lodge is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, who may have behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Person‑centred planning is at the heart of everything we do, based on each person’s specific needs.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing person‑centred, flexible support tailored to each individual
• Offering emotional and practical guidance to help people thrive
• Supporting with daily living skills, personal care and wellbeing needs
• Assisting with medical and welfare requirements
• Recording and reporting on health, progress and any concerns
• Safeguarding and promoting the safety and dignity of those in your care
• Helping maintain a clean, safe and positive environment

Why Join Cygnet?

• Salary: £13.45 Per Hour
• Increasing to £13.75 after 3 months.
• Opportunities for overtime
• Regular coaching, appraisal and development
• Expert supervision and strong peer support
• A role where your work has real purpose and impact
• Free meals on shift

You’ll Be Someone Who…

• Is genuinely driven to make a meaningful difference
• Communicates well and works confidently as part of a team
• Is compassionate, intuitive and supportive
• Brings energy and positivity to create a safe, stimulating environment
• Is passionate about empowering individuals to live more independently

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.