Job Description
We are looking for a confident Days Support Worker 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.We are currently offering either Full Time (37.5 Hours) or Part-Time, or Bank Shifts Current Shifts Avaliable AreMorning / Earlies: 08:00 – 14:00Afternoon / Lates: 14:00 – 08:00Long Days: 08:00 till 20:00 Additional Overtime Is Also AvailableOur resident profile:Men and Women over the age of 18Individuals with a primary diagnosis of learning disabilityIndividuals with a secondary diagnosis of personality disorder or autismMay have communication challengesMay have associated complex needsYou’re day-to-day…Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our careProvide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional supportLearn about individuals’ specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate wayAssist with medical & welfare needs Report on medical & welfare needs as required SafeguardMaintain a safe, clean environment for allWhy Cygnet? We’ll 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 overtimeRegular coaching & appraisalExpert supervision & peer supportEmployee discount savings & “Cycle to Work” schemeYou are…Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s livesAn excellent communicator & a good team playerSensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environmentPassionate about empowering & supporting service user independencePlease 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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