Support Worker (Part-time, 24 hours)

Nightingale Hammerson; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Rotherham is seeking a passionate Care & Support Worker to provide outstanding healthcare to individuals with complex needs. You will work part-time, offering emotional and physical support, while contributing to a person-centered care approach. The role includes opportunities for training and various benefits, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support.

Benefits

NHS blue light card

Discounts on supermarket shopping

Private health cash plans

Mental health support

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Desire to make a real difference in people’s lives.
• Experience in providing care and support.
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Offer enhanced care and support to those in our care.
• Provide emotional and physical support.
• Learn individual needs and assist appropriately.
• Report on medical and welfare needs.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Empathy

Sensitivity

Intuitive

Job description

We are looking for a confidentCare & Support Workerwith a passion for delivering outstanding healthcare.

You’ll be working part time, 24 hours a week, 2 x 12hour shifts, including every other weekend,making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Dene Brook.

Dene Brook is a specialist residential service in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, supporting people with learning disabilities, complex needs, autism and behaviours that may challenge.

We encourage and enable the people we support to lead a full and happy life. We work with them to ensure they have more choice and control in their lives. We find out their strengths, abilities and preferences so that the care provided can be as person-centred and meaningful to each individual.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development - you’ll also enjoy discounts with our free NHS blue light card, rewards gateway offering 10% or more off supermarket shopping, private health cash plans, free confidential mental health support and more, to support your wellbeing in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping 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 care
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals’ specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with and report on medical & welfare needs
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• Opportunities for further qualifications and training
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisals
• Benefits including free NHS blue light card, rewards, money off supermarket shopping, private health cash plans, pension scheme, mental health support and much more

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

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Please be aware that this vacancy may close before the advertised date if the role is filled. Please send your application as soon as possible.

Cygnethas 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.

Salary / Benefits:From: £12.60 To: £12.85 per hour