We are looking for a confident Female Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.
You'll be working 42 hours a week (12 hour shifts including alternate weekends) making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Kensington Gardens.
Situated in the heart of the local community in Darlington, this 4 bedroom bungalow supports adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and behaviours that challenge.
You will be working shifts: 7am - 7pm, 9am - 9pm, 10am - 10pm and waking nights 7pm - 7am.
*Due to a genuine occupational need, and the demands of the service, we are only able to accept female applicants for this role.*
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for these roles; this remains under review.
Your day-to-day
* Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service
* Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely
* 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 and report as required
* Safeguard
* Maintain a safe and clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you
* Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
* Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
* Regular coaching and appraisal
* Expert supervision and peer support
* Employee discount savings and Cycle to Work scheme
You are
* Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people's lives
* An excellent communicator and a good team player
* Sensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating and varied environment
* Passionate about empowering and 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 and their families.
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