Support Worker

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship to candidates*

*We cannot take on candidates on Student VISA's as this is a full-time position only*

We are looking for a confident Care & Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

Youll be working42hours a weeka mixture of days and nights, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care atCygnet Cedars (B9 5LY).

Cygnet Cedars is a 24-bed high-dependency complex care service for men with learning disabilities, and associated complex needs, and who may have behaviors that challenge. We accept emergency referrals and the team is experienced in managing them quickly and efficiently to ensure the transition for each individual is as smooth as possible.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll 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 whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

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

• 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
• Recruitment referrals

You are

• Previous experience as a healthcare assistant or support worker
• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples 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.

*Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship to candidates*

*We cannot take on candidates on student visas as this is a full-time position only*

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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Desirable

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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

Little Bromwich, Midlands

B9 5LY

Employer's website

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