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Day Support Worker (MAT Cover)

The closing date is 09 March 2026

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Job summary

We are looking for a confident Day Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. Youll be working full time, 42 hours a week (12 hour shifts - days only), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Elston House. Please note, this is a 12 month fixed term contract to cover maternity.

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 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Details

Date posted

16 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.60 an hour

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP65243EB5

Job locations

Newark

NG23 5NP


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 a confidentSupport Workerwith a passion for delivering outstanding care.Please note, this is a 12 month fixed term contract to cover maternity.

Youll be working full time, 42 hours per week (12 hour shifts - days only)making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care atElston House.

Shift PatternWeek 1: Monday, Thursday and FridayWeek 2: Tuesday Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday

Elston Houseis a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, who may also present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.

Your Day-to-Day Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all our service users, patients & residents Provide guidance and encouragement through physical & emotional support Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required Safeguard Maintain a safe and clean environment for allYou are Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives An excellent communicator and a good team player Sensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment Helping to empower & support service user independence.Why Cygnet? Well offer you Salary: £12.60 per hour An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme Flexible working with opportunity for overtime Regular coaching & appraisal Expert supervision & peer support Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme Recruitment referrals Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advicePlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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 a confidentSupport Workerwith a passion for delivering outstanding care.Please note, this is a 12 month fixed term contract to cover maternity.

Youll be working full time, 42 hours per week (12 hour shifts - days only)making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care atElston House.

Shift PatternWeek 1: Monday, Thursday and FridayWeek 2: Tuesday Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday

Elston Houseis a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, who may also present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.

Your Day-to-Day Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all our service users, patients & residents Provide guidance and encouragement through physical & emotional support Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required Safeguard Maintain a safe and clean environment for allYou are Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives An excellent communicator and a good team player Sensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment Helping to empower & support service user independence.Why Cygnet? Well offer you Salary: £12.60 per hour An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme Flexible working with opportunity for overtime Regular coaching & appraisal Expert supervision & peer support Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme Recruitment referrals Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advicePlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Newark

NG23 5NP


Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Newark

NG23 5NP


Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruiter

Katie Dixon

VP65243EB5.1286@vacancyposter.com

01217288111

Details

Date posted

16 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.60 an hour

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP65243EB5

Job locations

Newark

NG23 5NP


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