Support Worker, CYGNET

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 Care & Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding healthcare. You’ll be working full time 42 hours a week, 12 hour shifts, including alternate weekends (four shifts week one, three shifts week two, on a two week rolling rota), days only, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Thornfield House. Thornfield House is a specialist residential service supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs and behaviours that may challenge in Bradford, West Yorkshire. The service supports 7 individuals and offers spacious communal areas including a lounge, dining room, kitchen and a large activity/cinema room, as well as beautiful gardens, play areas, a BBQ and a sensory room. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You’ll also enjoy discounts with a free NHS blue light card, rewards gateway with vouchers for everyday purchases, private health cash plans, free confidential mental health support and more to support your wellbeing in and out of work. 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 and report on medical & welfare needs Safeguard Maintain a safe, clean environment for all Support service users to access the community, to attend things such as work, college, hobbies & activities, days out & holidays Support the service users to grow, develop & learn through engaging them in tasks such as cooking & cleaning 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 Able to empower & support service user independence Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you Salary: £13.15 per hour, rising to £13.45 per hour after three months (£29,435.70 first year), rising to £13.70 per hour after 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 Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. #J-18808-Ljbffr Guardian Jobs