Support Worker (Days)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary increase after 3 months

Overtime available

Regular coaching & appraisal

Job summary

Cygnet is seeking Days Support Workers at The Old Vicarage, a specialist residential service for adults with learning disabilities. This full‑time role (40 hours per week, days only, alternating weekends) offers the chance to form meaningful relationships and support individuals to develop life skills, confidence and independence.

You don't need previous experience in health or social care. A positive attitude and willingness to learn are valued, with comprehensive training, supervision and

Qualifications

• You don't need previous experience in health or social care.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Desire to support others and build a career in care.

Responsibilities

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
• Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support
• Learn about individuals' specific needs and provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with medical and welfare needs
• Report on medical and welfare needs as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Skills

Compassionate

Excellent communicator

Team player

Willingness to learn

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.

Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference every day?

Cygnet Group is seeking caring, compassionate and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Days Support Workers at The Old Vicarage.

You don't need previous experience in health or social care to apply. If you have a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a genuine desire to support others, we'll provide you with the training, development and ongoing support needed to build a successful career in care.

The Old Vicarage

is a specialist residential service supporting adults with learning disabilities, complex needs and behaviours that may challenge. Our dedicated team helps individuals develop life skills, build confidence, increase independence, and engage with their local community.

As a Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to form meaningful relationships, learn valuable skills, and make a lasting impact on the lives of the people we support. Whether you're starting your first career, returning to work, or looking for a change from retail, hospitality, customer service or another industry, this could be the perfect opportunity to begin a rewarding journey in healthcare.

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week (DAYS ONLY), including alternate weekends.

In return, you'll gain valuable experience, excellent training opportunities, and the satisfaction of knowing your work truly changes lives.

You're 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...

• Salary: £13.15 Per Hour
• Increasing to £13.45 after 3 months
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support

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

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you.