Support Worker

CYGNET; Widnes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular coaching and appraisal

Paid breaks

Blue Light Card discount

On-site meals

Emergency DBS check provided

Job summary

Cygnet Paddocks in Widnes is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to help men with acquired brain injury, neurological conditions and complex mental health needs progress through recovery and rehabilitation. The role is 42 hours per week, across days and nights on a 12-hour rota, with alternate weekends.

You will join an in-house team delivering person-centred care and safeguarding. Hourly pay starts at £13.15, rising to £13.45 after 3 months and £13.70 after 18 months, with extensive benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health, care, rehabilitation or support settings is highly valuable.
• Calm under pressure, resilient, and a confident communicator.
• Genuine passion for improving lives and promoting independence.

Responsibilities

• Offer enhanced, person-centred care including physical and emotional support.
• Build professional therapeutic relationships with service users.
• Support daily routines, independence and rehabilitation goals.
• Report medical and welfare concerns and support safeguarding practices.
• Collaborate with nurses, clinicians and other staff to deliver excellent care.

Skills

Mental health experience

Compassionate care

Communication skills

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.Make a real difference in mental health and neurorehabilitationHelping others improve and turn their lives around is one of the most rewarding things you can do.At Cygnet, this is what we do every day for thousands of people across more than 150 services and sites throughout the UK.We are looking for outstanding, compassionate and experienced Support Workers with a passion for delivering excellent care to join our team at Cygnet Paddocks in Widnes.You’ll be working 42 hours per week, across days, nights and alternate weekends, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care.This is a rewarding opportunity for candidates looking for Mental Health Support Worker jobs in Widnes, Support Worker jobs near Liverpool, or a specialist role supporting men with acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge.About Cygnet PaddocksCygnet Paddocks is our specialist neuropsychiatric rehabilitation hospital for men, located in Widnes in the North West. The service provides a dedicated care pathway for men affected by acquired brain injury or neurological conditions, where behaviours that challenge may be the main barrier to recovery and rehabilitation.The service supports the Level 1 Neuropsychiatric Rehabilitation Pathway for the North West, with a focus on adult males. Cygnet Paddocks has individually designed wards to support a clear and distinctive care and treatment pathway for people affected by acquired brain injury.The in-house interdisciplinary team includes neuropsychiatry, psychology, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, physiotherapy, nurses and support workers, all working together to keep the individual at the heart of their care and discharge planning.Cygnet Paddocks is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with the Caring domain rated Outstanding.A role for people with mental health experienceThis role is ideal for someone who already has experience in a mental health, healthcare, care, rehabilitation or support setting.You may have worked as a:Mental Health Support WorkerSupport WorkerHealthcare AssistantRehabilitation AssistantBrain Injury Support WorkerComplex Needs Support WorkerCare AssistantResidential Support WorkerRecovery WorkerHospital Support WorkerExperience supporting people with mental health needs, acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, challenging behaviours, physical health needs, safeguarding, personal care or emotional wellbeing would be highly valuable.If you are calm under pressure, resilient, compassionate and confident working in a specialist care environment, this could be the next step in your career.Shift PatternYou’ll work a structured rota across days, nights and alternate weekends.Your rota will include:Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and SundayWeek 2: Wednesday, Thursday and FridayDay shifts: 8:00am to 8:30pmNight shifts: 8:00pm to 8:30amThis pattern gives you consistency, regular days off and the opportunity to build strong working relationships with colleagues and service users.Your Day-to-DayAs a Support Worker at Cygnet Paddocks, you’ll play a key role in supporting men through their recovery and rehabilitation journey.Your responsibilities will include:Offering enhanced care using a flexible and person-centred approachProviding guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional supportBuilding positive, professional and therapeutic relationshipsLearning about each individual’s specific needs and supporting them in the most appropriate wayAssisting with medical, physical and welfare needsReporting medical and welfare concerns as requiredSupporting safeguarding practices and maintaining professional boundariesHelping to maintain a safe, clean and therapeutic environmentSupporting individuals with daily routines, independence and rehabilitation goalsWorking closely with nurses, clinicians and wider professionals to deliver outstanding careYou Are...We are looking for people who are genuinely driven to make a difference.Experienced in a similar mental health, care, healthcare or support setting, ideally with at least 2 years’ experienceGenuinely passionate about improving people’s livesA confident communicator and good team playerCalm, resilient and able to respond positively in challenging situationsSensitive, intuitive and respectfulEnergetic and motivated to provide a trusting, stimulating and varied environmentPassionate about empowering people and supporting independenceCommitted to delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred careWhy Cygnet?At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and professional development. We want you to feel supported both in and out of work.£13.15 per hour, increasing to £13.45 per hour after 3 months and £13.70 per hour after 18 months42 hours per weekA rewarding role with the opportunity for overtimeRegular coaching and appraisalExpert supervision and peer supportPaid breaksEmployee discount savings24-hour free GP helplineDiscounted gym membershipBlue Light Card discountFree eye testsOn-site benefits, including free mealsShopping, travel and leisure discountsA range of healthcare and financial benefitsExcellent professional development opportunitiesThe chance to build a meaningful career in specialist mental health and neurorehabilitation careReady to Make a Difference?If you care about making a difference, we want to talk to you.Join Cygnet Paddocks in Widnes as a Support Worker and help men with acquired brain injury, neurological conditions and complex mental health needs progress through recovery and rehabilitation.Apply now to start making a difference with Cygnet.Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.Frequently Asked Questions:Where is Cygnet Paddocks located?Cygnet Paddocks is located on Wilmere Lane, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 5UY, in the North West.Is this role suitable for candidates from Liverpool?Yes. This role is suitable for candidates looking for Support Worker jobs near Liverpool, mental health jobs in Widnes, or specialist care roles across the wider Liverpool City Region, Halton, Runcorn, St Helens and Cheshire.What type of service is Cygnet Paddocks?Cygnet Paddocks is a specialist neuropsychiatric rehabilitation hospital for men affected by acquired brain injury or neurological conditions.Do I need mental health experience?Yes, we are ideally looking for candidates with experience in a similar setting, particularly mental health, ABI, neurorehabilitation, complex needs, healthcare or support work.What hours will I work?You’ll work 42 hours per week across days, nights and alternate weekends, with 12-hour shifts from 8:00am to 8:30pm and 8:00pm to 8:30am.What is the hourly rate?The role pays £13.15 per hour, increasing to £13.45 per hour after 3 months and £13.70 per hour after 18 months.Is Cygnet Paddocks rated by the CQC?Yes. Cygnet Paddocks is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with Caring rated Outstanding.What next?If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply