Support Worker

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. Cygnet Group is looking for caring, compassionate and motivated individuals to join our team as Support Workers at Cygnet Elowen Hospital. No previous healthcare experience is required . If you have a genuine desire to help others, we can provide the training and support you need to succeed.

Cygnet Elowen Hospital is our new 24-bed hospital for adults located in Derbyshire, which exemplifies our commitment to excellence in health care. This service offers a safe and secure care pathway tailored for individuals with eating disorders, as well as those with complex personality disorders with disordered eating across two specialist wards. As a Support Worker, you'll build meaningful relationships, learn valuable healthcare skills, and play an important role in improving the lives of those in our care.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone considering a future career in healthcare, mental health, nursing, psychology, social care, or related fields. You'll be working 42 hours a week (Day shift: 8 am - 8 pm and Night shift: 19:30 - 8:30 am) , making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Elowen. 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?

Well offer you... Pay rate - £13.15 per hour (Increasing to £13.45 per hour after 3 months) Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime Free Meals on Shift *Days Only* 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 Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible What next? If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply