Support Worker

Cygnet; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Overtime opportunities

Flexible working

Job summary

Cygn et St Williams is seeking a confident Support Worker to provide outstanding care across a 12-bed neuropsychiatric service in Tees Valley. You will work 42 hours weekly, with 12-hour day and night shifts, delivering physical and emotional support while learning individual needs and safety protocols.

The role offers enhanced DBS checks, a structured supervision framework, and extra benefits including employee discounts and a Cycle to Work scheme. Apply now to make a real difference daily.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• 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 and maintain a safe, clean environment for all.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Empathy

Attention to detail

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.We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.You’ll be working 42 hours a week (working 12 hour day shifts and night shifts), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet St Williams.This is our 12 bed Neuropsychiatric service offering care and treatment to those affected by acquired brain injuries. It is a safe and secure place to aid recovery as well as offering those diagnosed with a progressive neurological disease, like Huntington’s Disease, a caring and longer term placement to support and help manage the progression of their symptoms.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 careProvide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional supportLearn about individuals’ specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate wayAssist with medical & welfare needsReport on medical & welfare needs as requiredSafeguardMaintain a safe, clean environment for allWhy Cygnet? We’ll offer you…£13.15 per/hour up to £13.45 per/hour post probation period.Flexible working with the opportunity for overtimeRegular coaching & appraisalExpert supervision & peer supportEmployee discount savings & Cycle to Work schemeYou are…Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s livesAn excellent communicator & a good team playerSensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environmentPassionate about empowering & supporting service user independenceSuccessful 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.What next?If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply