Support Worker

Cygnet; Southampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join their team at a specialist residential service. This role involves providing compassionate care and support to adults with autism, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals, promoting their independence and community integration. Enjoy excellent career prospects and a range of perks that support your well-being both in and out of work. If you are passionate about empowering others and making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Employee discount savings

Cycle to Work scheme

Opportunities for further learning

Flexible working with overtime

Regular coaching and appraisal

Expert supervision and peer support

Qualifications

• Driven to make a real difference in people's lives.
• Excellent communication skills and a good team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide enhanced care with a flexible learning approach.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs as required.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

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, day shifts only, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Oakhurst Lodge.

Oakhurst Lodge is an 8 bed specialist residential service for adults with autism and who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others – every day.

Your day-to-day…

• 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…

• Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• 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.

*This advert may close early depending on the number of applications*