Support worker

Cygnet Group; West End; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Job summary

Cygnet Group at Devon Lodge in the UK is seeking a confident Learning Disabilities Support Worker to join a friendly team. The role involves person-centred, flexible support for adults with autism and learning disabilities, helping with daily living, wellbeing, and independence within a safe, dignified environment.

You will work a 42-hour contract on a rotating daytime schedule across a 7-day rota; DBS check required; opportunities for overtime; meals on shift; ongoing coaching and development.

Qualifications

• DBS check is required.
• Experience supporting adults with autism and learning disabilities is desirable.

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

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Communication

Dignity & respect

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 yourcare




• 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.

What next?