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 42 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Thornfield Grange.
Contracts available
Nights shifts only (including working alternate weekends)
Day shift 7am - 7pm (including working alternate weekends)
Working shift 10am - 10pm (including working alternate weekends)
Please note: A driving license is required for this role. For Insurance purposes, applicants must be 21 years of age or over and have held a full UK driving license for at least 2 years.
Thornfield Grange is a specialist residential service with nursing for adults with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs. Based in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, Thornfield Grange supports individuals who have behaviours that may challenge, as well as those who have significant difficulties with social engagement.
Your Day-to-Day…
* Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all our service users, patients & residents
* Provide guidance and 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 and clean environment for all
You are…
* Experienced working with adults with learning disabilities, autism and behaviours that may challenge
* 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
* Please note: A driving license is required for this role. For Insurance purposes, applicants must be 21 years of age or over and have held a full UK driving license for at least 2 years
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
* Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice
* DBS paid
* NHS and blue discount
* 24 hours free GP helpline
* 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.
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