Support Worker

Cygnet Health Care; Stoke-on-Trent; 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, providing exceptional care to individuals in a specialist rehabilitation setting. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of service users, assisting them with their medical and welfare needs while fostering a safe and supportive environment. With a commitment to professional development and a range of attractive perks, this opportunity allows you to grow in your career while making a meaningful difference every day. If you're passionate about empowering others and thrive in a team-oriented atmosphere, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working

Employee discount savings

Cycle to Work scheme

Regular coaching & appraisal

Expert supervision & peer support

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide enhanced care and emotional support to service users.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for all individuals.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Flexibility

Education

Relevant Care Qualification

Job description

We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

You'll be working full time, 42 hours a week, across a mixed shift pattern (day and night shifts), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet St Augustine's.

Cygnet St Augustine's is a 32 bed specialist high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) for men. Our fantastic facilities and multi-disciplinary treatment programme are designed to assist individuals with their return to community living. Those placed with us often come from multiple placement breakdowns, failed treatment programmes or are stepping down from secure settings.

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

• 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.