Cygnet Healthcare is looking for experienced Learning Disabilities Support Workers to join our team working at Cygnet Ashbrook. Must have a minimum of 12 months experience working with Learning Disabilities / Challenging Behaviour. You'll be working 42 hours a week (Days & Nights from 07:45 am/pm till 08:00 pm/am, including alternative weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Ashbrook.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10,000 employees empower 2,864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job responsibilities
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.
* Safeguarding Patients.
* Maintain a safe, clean environment for all.
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you:
* £12.00 rising to £12.50 Per Hour.
* Free Parking.
* Paid breaks.
* Free DBS Check.
* NHS Blue Light Discount Card.
* Reward Gateway.
* Full Paid Training and Induction.
* Paid Annual Leave.
* Contributory Pension Scheme.
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.
Please note successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
This vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.
Person Specification
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Employer details
Employer name: Cygnet Health Care
Address: Bordsley Green, B9 5LY
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