Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland
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We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.
You'll be working 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Trinity House.
Located in the heart of a residential community in Lockerbie, Trinity House is a specialist residential service with nursing, supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. The team also supports individuals who have behaviours that may challenge and associated mental or physical health needs.
The team at Trinity House are focused on ensuring that residents are part of their local community and can access education, employment and other opportunities to meet their needs. Individuals are supported at local paid and voluntary work placements, as well as at living and vocational skills courses at the local college.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
1. Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service
2. Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely
3. Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
4. Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
5. Learn about individuals' specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
6. Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required
7. Safeguard
8. Maintain a safe & clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you:
1. Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
2. Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
3. Regular coaching & appraisal
4. Expert supervision & peer support
5. Employee discount savings & 'Cycle to Work' scheme
6. Recruitment referrals
You are:
1. Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people's lives
2. An excellent communicator & a good team player
3. Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
4. Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced PVG check.
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives. #J-18808-Ljbffr