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Universal Health Services · Cygnet Appletree

# Support Worker

Cygnet Appletree £29-320 

Listed on Universal Health Services’s official careers site. Posted September 30, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Universal Health Services’s careers site →](https://cygnethealth.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Cygnet/job/Cygnet-Appletree-DH7-8NT/Health-Care-Support-Worker_JR387)

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## Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s 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 confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You’ll be working 42 hours a week (12 hour shifts, both day and night shifts), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Appletree.

Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, an intensive support service for women with a personality disorder and complex mental health needs. Our person-centred service has been designed with wellness in mind, providing a safe and comfortable environment that promotes efficient rehabilitation and recovery. We are dedicated to understand, stabilise and break the traumatic cycles of relapse that can impact service users’ lives.

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.

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 & 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 & clean environment for all Why Cygnet?

We’ll offer you… Starting pay rate £13.15 per/hour, post probation £13.45per/hr, and then £13.70per/hour post 18 months. The opportunity to earn between £29-32000 per annum as one of our full time support workers at Cygnet Appletree. Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime

Regular coaching & appraisal Expert supervision & peer support Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work 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 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. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives. What next? If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Sep 30, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Jul 12, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 18, 2026
- Listed for: 98 days
- Location: Cygnet Appletree
- Pay: £29-320[Apply on Universal Health Services’s careers site →](https://cygnethealth.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Cygnet/job/Cygnet-Appletree-DH7-8NT/Health-Care-Support-Worker_JR387)

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