Female Support Worker (Part Time – 24 hours)
Cygnet, Darlington, England, United Kingdom
We are looking for a confident Female Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You’ll be working 24 hours a week (days, nights or alternate weekends) making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Kensington Gardens. Situated in the heart of the local community in Darlington, this 4‑bedroom bungalow supports adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and behaviours that challenge.
You will work shifts of 7 am – 7 pm, 9 am – 9 pm, 10 am – 10 pm and waking nights 7 pm – 7 am. Due to a genuine occupational need, we are only able to accept female applicants for this role.
Benefits
* Flexible working with opportunity for overtime
* Regular coaching & appraisal
* Expert supervision & peer support
* NHS and blue light discount
* Employee discount savings & “Cycle to Work” scheme
* 24 hours free GP helpline
* Discounted gym membership
* Free eye tests
* On‑site benefits including free meals
Responsibilities
* Support both management and team members in the day‑to‑day running of the service.
* Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely.
* Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care.
* Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support.
* Learn about individuals’ specific needs and provide help in the most appropriate way.
* Assist with medical and welfare needs and report as required.
* Safeguard the vulnerable in the service.
* Maintain a safe and clean environment for all.
Qualifications
* Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s lives.
* Excellent communicator and a good team player.
* Sensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating and varied environment.
* Passionate about empowering and supporting service‑user independence.
* Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for these roles.
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