Bank Support Worker
Cygnet
NE464JR
Salary
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Contract
Not specified
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
14 September 2026
14 days left
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As a Bank Support Worker, you'll work flexible shifts at a mental health hospital, helping women with complex needs. You'll provide care, support, and guidance, and help maintain a safe environment. This role suits someone who's passionate about making a difference, is a good team player, and is sensitive to others' needs.
What you'll need
- You'll need a genuine desire to help others and make a difference in their lives.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential.
- You should be sensitive and intuitive, with the energy to provide a supportive environment.
- A passion for empowering service user independence is necessary.
- You'll need to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
How to boost your chances
- Consider volunteering or working in a care role to gain experience and build your skills.
- Develop your communication and teamwork skills by taking a course or workshop.
- Think about how you can apply your existing skills and experience to a care role.
- Research Cygnet's values and services to understand their approach to care.
- Make sure you're prepared for a flexible working schedule and overtime.
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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 an outstanding Bank Support Worker with a passion for delivering excellent care. You’ll have the opportunity to work flexible bank shifts at Cygnet Hospital Hexham.
Cygnet Hospital Hexham is our 27 bed mental health facility for women with complex mental health needs. The hospital has been designed to improve mental health within a therapeutic environment. Situated amongst the soft fields and meadows of the Tyne valley, which is known for its abbey, leafy parks, and mix of independent shops, the hospital provides an important and much-needed service for women within the North East of England.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work. Apply now to enjoy flexibility while reaping the rewards of providing the very best care – and making a huge difference to our service users and their families.
Your 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 onmedical & welfare needs as requiredSafeguardMaintain a safe, clean environment for all Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
Flexible working with the opportunity for overtimeRegular coaching & appraisalExpert supervision & peer supportEmployee discount savingsPay rate : £13.00 per/hour plus 12.1% holiday allowance. You 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 independence Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
What next?
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Provenance
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First seen
8 August 2026
Last checked
31 August 2026
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