Job summary
We are looking for an Apprentice Support Worker with a drive to support and improve the lives of the vulnerable adults in our care at Cygnet Hospital Bierley.
You'll be working and learning, earning a level 2 care worker qualification, a diploma in health and social care and the care certificate, over a period of 15 months.
You'll work 3 12 hour shifts per week, with a learning day every second week, which works out to 42 hours per week across the month.
Cygnet Hospital Bierley provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for men and women.
The hospital is set across four wards offering single-sex male and female specialist mental health services.
Cygnet Hospital Bierley has a true focus on the service user and the over-riding aim of providing the best quality treatment and care possible. The team are committed to delivering care and treatment guided by the principles of a trauma informed approach.
You will also get access to our perks, which 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
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Offer enhanced care and support with a flexible, person-centred 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 and report on any medical & welfare needs
- Ensuring that the people in our care are kept safe from abuse, neglect and harm
- Maintain a safe, clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you
- Opportunities for further qualifications and training
- Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
- Regular coaching & appraisals
- Benefits including free NHS blue light card, rewards, money off supermarket shopping, private health cash plans, pension scheme, mental health support and much more
- Earn as you learn, starting at £8.60 for your first year, rising to NMW for your age at month 12, (£10-£12.21), with the opportunity to become a support worker once you have completed your 15-month fixed term apprenticeship (£12.85 per hour, £28,280 per year)
About us
Cygnet 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 2864 individuals across 160 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres 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 anApprentice Support Workerwith a drive to support and improve the lives of the vulnerable adults in our care atCygnet Hospital Bierley.
You'll be working and learning, earning a level 2 care worker qualification, a diploma in health and social care and the care certificate, over a period of 15 months. You'll work 3 12 hour shifts per week, with a learning day every second week, which works out to 42 hours per week across the month.
Cygnet Hospital Bierley provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for men and women.
The hospital is set across four wards offering single-sex male and female specialist mental health services. All our services are provided under the umbrella of a recovery orientated approach and are reviewed through the CPA framework.
Cygnet Hospital Bierley has a true focus on the service user and the over-riding aim of providing the best quality treatment and care possible. The team are committed to delivering care and treatment guided by the principles of a trauma informed approach.
You will also get access to our perks, which go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development - youll 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 y
our wellbeing in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
Your day-to-day
Offer enhanced care and support with a flexible, person-centred 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 and report on any medical & welfare needs
Ensuring that the people in our care are kept safe from abuse, neglect and harm
Maintain a safe, clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
Opportunities for further qualifications and training
Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
Regular coaching & appraisals
Benefits including free NHS blue light card, rewards, money off supermarket shopping, private health cash plans, pension scheme, mental health support and much more
Earn as you learn, starting at £8.60 for your first year, rising to NMW for your age at month 12, (£10-£12.21), with the opportunity to become a support worker once you have completed your 15-month fixed term apprenticeship (£12.85 per hour, £28,280 per year)
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.
Please be aware that this vacancy may close before the advertised date if the role is filled. Please
send your application as soon as possible.
Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll 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.
Click the button to apply
Job description
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres 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 anApprentice Support Workerwith a drive to support and improve the lives of the vulnerable adults in our care atCygnet Hospital Bierley.
You'll be working and learning, earning a level 2 care worker qualification, a diploma in health and social care and the care certificate, over a period of 15 months. You'll work 3 12 hour shifts per week, with a learning day every second week, which works out to 42 hours per week across the month.
Cygnet Hospital Bierley provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for men and women.
The hospital is set across four wards offering single-sex male and female specialist mental health services. All our services are provided under the umbrella of a recovery orientated approach and are reviewed through the CPA framework.
Cygnet Hospital Bierley has a true focus on the service user and the over-riding aim of providing the best quality treatment and care possible. The team are committed to delivering care and treatment guided by the principles of a trauma informed approach.
You will also get access to our perks, which go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development - youll 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 y
our wellbeing in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
Your day-to-day
Offer enhanced care and support with a flexible, person-centred 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 and report on any medical & welfare needs
Ensuring that the people in our care are kept safe from abuse, neglect and harm
Maintain a safe, clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
Opportunities for further qualifications and training
Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
Regular coaching & appraisals
Benefits including free NHS blue light card, rewards, money off supermarket shopping, private health cash plans, pension scheme, mental health support and much more
Earn as you learn, starting at £8.60 for your first year, rising to NMW for your age at month 12, (£10-£12.21), with the opportunity to become a support worker once you have completed your 15-month fixed term apprenticeship (£12.85 per hour, £28,280 per year)
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.
Please be aware that this vacancy may close before the advertised date if the role is filled. Please
send your application as soon as possible.
Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll 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.
Click the button to apply
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.