Job summary
We are looking for a confident Weekend Support Worker (Part-Time) with a passion for delivering outstanding care. The Old Vicarage is a specialist residential service, supporting adults with learning disabilities who may have behaviours that challenge and associated complex needs. We provide specialist care and support that is tailored to individual needs, promoting independence and community integration. This will be a part-time role. Working 24 hours per week. Working 2 x 12-hour shifts, 08:00 am till 08:00 pm Saturday and Sunday. Additional overtime is also available
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
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.
Details Date posted
07 July 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£25,396.80 to £26,062.40 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
VP82C30343
Job locations
Hungerford
RG17 0JB
Job description Job responsibilities
We are looking for a confidentWeekend Support Worker (Part-Time) with a passion for delivering outstanding care.
The Old Vicarageis a specialist residential service, supporting adults with learning disabilities who may have behaviours that challenge and associated complex needs. We provide specialist care and support that is tailored to individual needs, promoting independence and community integration.
This will be a part-time role. Working 24 hours per week. Working 2 x 12-hour shifts, 08:00 am till 08:00 pm Saturday and Sunday.
Additional overtime is also available
Our resident profile:
* Men and Women over the age of 18
* Individuals with a primary diagnosis of learning disability
* Individuals with a secondary diagnosis of personality disorder or autism
* May have communication challenges
* May have associated complex needs
Youre 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
* Up to £12.53 per hour
* No NVQ (£12.21), NVQ 2 (£12.31), NVQ 3 (£12.53)
* Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
* Regular coaching & appraisal
* Expert supervision & peer support
* Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
You are
* 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
Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
Job description Job responsibilities
We are looking for a confidentWeekend Support Worker (Part-Time) with a passion for delivering outstanding care.
The Old Vicarageis a specialist residential service, supporting adults with learning disabilities who may have behaviours that challenge and associated complex needs. We provide specialist care and support that is tailored to individual needs, promoting independence and community integration.
This will be a part-time role. Working 24 hours per week. Working 2 x 12-hour shifts, 08:00 am till 08:00 pm Saturday and Sunday.
Additional overtime is also available
Our resident profile:
* Men and Women over the age of 18
* Individuals with a primary diagnosis of learning disability
* Individuals with a secondary diagnosis of personality disorder or autism
* May have communication challenges
* May have associated complex needs
Youre 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
* Up to £12.53 per hour
* No NVQ (£12.21), NVQ 2 (£12.31), NVQ 3 (£12.53)
* Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
* Regular coaching & appraisal
* Expert supervision & peer support
* Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
You are
* 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
Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
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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
Hungerford
RG17 0JB
Employer's website
https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Cygnet Health Care
Address
Hungerford
RG17 0JB
Employer's website
https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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