Support Worker

Cygnet Health Care

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Job summary

We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. Youll be working 42 hours a week (07:45 till 20:00 ), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Conifers.

Main duties of the job

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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.

Date posted

24 May 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£22,360 to £23,296 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP62ADEC9D

Job locations

Borrowash, East Midlands

DE72 3JZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Cygnet Healthcare is looking for support workers to join our team working at Conifers. If you have previously worked or are currently working as a care assistant, healthcare assistant, or support worker looking for a new opportunity or your first role within Social Care to help support residents with all aspects of their everyday life within a care home setting as part of the NHS partnership.

Conifers is a specialist 7-bed residential home providing outcome-focused care for adults with a primary diagnosis of profound to moderate learning disability and autism with associated complex needs. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Conifers is based in Borrowash which is around a 10-15 minute drive from Derby City Centre with good links via local bus services.

What Cygnet Offer:

  • Starting pay of £10.75 per hour rising to £11.00 per hour after 6 months
  • Free Meal during shifts
  • Free local parking
  • Free DBS.
  • NHS Blue Light Discount Card, Reward Gateway
  • Fully Paid Training and Induction
  • Paid Annual Leave
  • Paid breaks
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Regular staff events and team building days
  • Access to further career development

Your role as a Support Worker at Conifers:

  • Working from 07:45am till 08:00pm
  • Working regular shift patterns (Week 1 Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun : Week 2 Weds, Thurs, Fri)
  • 42 hours per week
  • Key Duties Promoting the health and wellbeing of the individuals we support
  • Supporting with activities and daily living
  • Supporting with all aspects of personal care in a dignified manner
  • Being able to remain calm in challenging situations
  • Supporting individuals with complex dietary needs
  • The ability to make a difference to the lives of the individuals we support

What you will need:

  • Previous experience working with adults with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviour and complex healthcare needs including Epilepsy.
  • Preferably hold a full clean UK driving license (although this is not essential for this role)
  • A can-do attitude and the ability to work well within a friendly staff team.
  • Knowledge of non-verbal communication techniques such as Makaton would be advantageous, however training on this will be provided.

If this sounds like an opportunity you want to explore, please apply above using the 'Apply Now' button. Or, alternatively please email your CV to jamescooper1@cygnethealth.co.uk

Job description

Job responsibilities

Cygnet Healthcare is looking for support workers to join our team working at Conifers. If you have previously worked or are currently working as a care assistant, healthcare assistant, or support worker looking for a new opportunity or your first role within Social Care to help support residents with all aspects of their everyday life within a care home setting as part of the NHS partnership.

Conifers is a specialist 7-bed residential home providing outcome-focused care for adults with a primary diagnosis of profound to moderate learning disability and autism with associated complex needs. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Conifers is based in Borrowash which is around a 10-15 minute drive from Derby City Centre with good links via local bus services.

What Cygnet Offer:

  • Starting pay of £10.75 per hour rising to £11.00 per hour after 6 months
  • Free Meal during shifts
  • Free local parking
  • Free DBS.
  • NHS Blue Light Discount Card, Reward Gateway
  • Fully Paid Training and Induction
  • Paid Annual Leave
  • Paid breaks
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Regular staff events and team building days
  • Access to further career development

Your role as a Support Worker at Conifers:

  • Working from 07:45am till 08:00pm
  • Working regular shift patterns (Week 1 Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun : Week 2 Weds, Thurs, Fri)
  • 42 hours per week
  • Key Duties Promoting the health and wellbeing of the individuals we support
  • Supporting with activities and daily living
  • Supporting with all aspects of personal care in a dignified manner
  • Being able to remain calm in challenging situations
  • Supporting individuals with complex dietary needs
  • The ability to make a difference to the lives of the individuals we support

What you will need:

  • Previous experience working with adults with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviour and complex healthcare needs including Epilepsy.
  • Preferably hold a full clean UK driving license (although this is not essential for this role)
  • A can-do attitude and the ability to work well within a friendly staff team.
  • Knowledge of non-verbal communication techniques such as Makaton would be advantageous, however training on this will be provided.

If this sounds like an opportunity you want to explore, please apply above using the 'Apply Now' button. Or, alternatively please email your CV to jamescooper1@cygnethealth.co.uk

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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

Borrowash, East Midlands

DE72 3JZ


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Borrowash, East Midlands

DE72 3JZ


Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruiter

James Cooper

VP62ADEC9D.1286@vacancyposter.com

01217288111

Date posted

24 May 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£22,360 to £23,296 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP62ADEC9D

Job locations

Borrowash, East Midlands

DE72 3JZ


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