Support Worker HC

Cygnet Hospital Bury; Walshaw; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on site

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work scheme

NHS discounts

Job summary

Cygnet Hospital Bury is seeking caring Care & Support Workers to join our CAMHS team, delivering compassionate care on a full-time basis. Roles involve shifts across days, nights and weekends within a supportive hospital setting.

No previous experience is required; successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check and comprehensive induction. A female-only occupational requirement applies under Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Qualifications

• Genuine caring nature and passion for helping others.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Sensitivity and intuition to support service users effectively.

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 at all times and maintain a safe, clean environment.

Skills

Caring

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Job description

We carefully review applications, considering factors like visa status, location, and experience. 04 Step 4Initial Screening If your application is suitable, you'll be contacted by the recruiter to arrange a telephone screening call. 05 Step 5Interview If you meet the screening criteria, you'll be invited for an interview, which normally takes place in person at the site you're applying to. 06 Step 6Feedback and Offer Following the interview, you'll receive feedback, and if successful, a verbal job offer that will be followed up with a written job offer and onboarding information.Support for Your Job Application From refining your CV to preparing for your interview, our free career resources give you the tools and advice you need to feel confident at every stage., Rebecca (Becca) excels as Activity Coordinator with heartfelt care and positivity, treating Spencer ward ladies as humans and building their confidence. Called unsung hero" by a discharged patient. Goes above and beyond daily.

• 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.

We're looking for naturally caring and compassionate people - so you can join one of our Care & Support teams without any previous experience on your CV.

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.

Tara has stepped up as Acting Team Leader, confidently running some of the most challenging shifts, managing incidents and her team with positivity and resilience, earning clear respect and trust through her excellent communication with staff, seniors, and managers.

Cygnet Bury Forestwood, BL8 2BS Full Time 13.15 GBP Hourly 30 September 2026 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 confident Care & Support Workers with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working a full time contract (37.5 hours per week) with 12 hour shifts across both days, nights & Weekends at Cygnet Hospital Bury Forestwood inside our CAMHS (Children & Adolescent Mental Health Services.) Note: Due to a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9 part 1 of Equality Act 2010, we are currently only able to accept applications from Female candidates for this role. Successful applicants would be required to attend a 3 week full time paid induction at the start of employment. (Monday to Friday) Cygnet Bury Forestwood offers CAMHS Tier 4 PICU, General Acute and Low Secure services across four wards which provide a defined treatment pathway from admission through to intervention and discharge including rapid assessment and treatment. Each service user has a bedroom with en suite facilities and a range of communal spaces including a gym, laundry, occupational therapy kitchen, therapy garden and woodland walkways down to the Elton Reservoir. In addition there is a diverse educational programme teaching a range of subjects available at the on-site school, Forestwood School, which is registered with the Department for Education.

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…

• Salary: £13.15 per hour
• Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme

A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether it's saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays & leisure - or securing your future with professional development and a pension - we support you to be happy both in & out of work.

NHS Staff Discounts Cygnet provides its staff with NHS discounts across a range of high street retailers. The discounts can be redeemed by showing your Cygnet ID badge. You can also get further discounts by registering your details with Health Service Discounts and Blue Light Card.

On-site Benefits Cygnet provides free meals and free on-site parking for employees at work. Cycle To Work Scheme Cygnet will give you exclusive access to a range of benefits with our Cycle To Work scheme. Enhanced Maternity In addition to statutory pay, Cygnet provides enhanced maternity pay.