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. We are looking for confident Support Workers with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 24, 36 or 42 hours per hours a week (days/nights/alternate weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Oaklands.

Oaklands is a specialist residential service with nursing, supporting individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs in Hexham, Northumberland. The team support individuals who have additional mental or physical health needs and behaviours that may challenge.

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 You are… Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s 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? We’ll offer you… £13.15 per hour increasing to £13.45 per hour at 3 months and £13.70 per hour at 18 months 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 24 hours free GP helpline Discounted Gym membership Free eye tests On site benefits including free meals Plus much more Please 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