Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around there's no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
We are looking for an outstanding Female Support Worker with a passion for delivering excellent care.
You'll be working 42 hours per week (days,nights,alternate weekends) making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Kensington Gardens.
You'll be working shifts:- 7am 7pm, 9am 9pm, 10am 10pm and waking nights 7pm 7am.
Kensington Gardens in Darlington provides four tenancies, the service is focused on empowering individuals with complex mental health needs, learning disabilities, autism, and challenging behaviours to live more independently.
*Due to the occupational needs, 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 flexibility while reaping the rewards of providing the very best care and making a huge difference to our service users and their families.
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
Safeguard
Maintain a safe, clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you
£12.60 per hour increasing to £12.85 per hour post probation
Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
Regular coaching & appraisal
Expert supervision & peer support
NHS and blue light discount
Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
24 hours free GP helpline
Discounted gym membership
Free eye tests
On site benefits including free meals
Plus much more
You are
Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples 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.
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.
What next?
If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.
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