Job summary
We are looking for a confident Care & Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding healthcare.
You'll be working full time 42 hours a week, 12 hour shifts, including every other weekend, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Kirkside House.
Located in a historical area in Leeds, Kirkside House is a specialist residential service providing outcome focused care for adults with learning disabilities and associated complex needs who may have behaviours that challenge.
Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do and we are able to meet the changing needs of our residents as they progress through their care pathway, while ensuring their safety is maintained and their independence supported.
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 while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
Main duties of the job
Your day-to-day...
1. Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
2. Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
3. Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
4. Assist with and report on medical & welfare needs
5. Safeguard
6. Maintain a safe, clean environment for all
About us
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a confident Care & Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding healthcare.
You'll be working full time 42 hours a week, 12 hour shifts, including every other weekend, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Kirkside House.
Located in a historical area in Leeds, Kirkside House is a specialist residential service providing outcome focused care for adults with learning disabilities and associated complex needs who may have behaviours that challenge.
Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do and we are able to meet the changing needs of our residents as they progress through their care pathway, while ensuring their safety is maintained and their independence supported.
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 while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
Your day-to-day...
7. Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
8. Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
9. Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
10. Assist with and report on medical & welfare needs
11. Safeguard
12. Maintain a safe, clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...
13. Opportunities for further qualifications and training
14. Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
15. Regular coaching & appraisals
16. 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...
17. Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives
18. An excellent communicator & a good team player
19. Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
20. Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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.
Person Specification
General Requirements
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