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, on 12-hour shifts, including every other weekend, making a positive difference in the lives of the people in our care at Lowry.
Lowry House is a specialist residential service supporting people with learning disabilities, complex needs, and behaviors that may challenge, including those with mental health needs.
We provide tailored, specialist care and support that promotes independence and community integration. Our goal is to help residents lead full, happy lives by understanding their strengths, abilities, and preferences to deliver person-centered care.
At Cygnet, our perks extend beyond pension schemes and professional development. Enjoy discounts with our free NHS blue light card, rewards gateway offering 10% or more off supermarket shopping, private health cash plans, free confidential mental health support, and more, to support your wellbeing both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects and make a difference every day.
Main duties of the job
* Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all individuals in our care
* Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support
* Learn about each individual's specific needs and provide help appropriately
* Assist with and report on medical and welfare needs
* Safeguard
* Maintain a safe, clean environment for all
About us
Cygnet has been providing a network of high-quality specialist mental health services for over 30 years. In this role, you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users, and their families.
Job responsibilities
* Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all individuals in our care
* Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support
* Understand and address each individual's specific needs
* Assist with and report on medical and welfare needs
* Safeguard
* Maintain a safe, clean environment
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...
* Opportunities for further qualifications and training
* Flexible working with overtime options
* Regular coaching and appraisals
* Benefits including free NHS blue light card, rewards, supermarket discounts, private health cash plans, pension scheme, mental health support, and more
You are...
* Genuinely driven to make a real difference in people's lives
* An excellent communicator and team player
* Sensitive, intuitive, and energetic to provide a trusting, stimulating, and varied environment
* Passionate about empowering and supporting service user independence
Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check. Please note that this vacancy may close early if the role is filled. Apply promptly.
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for over 30 years. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on patients, service users, and their families.
Person Specification
General Requirements
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to identify any previous convictions.
£12.60 an hour, rising to £12.85 post-probation.
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