FEMALE SUPPORT WORKER
Cygnet
TS89DE
Salary
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Contract
Not specified
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
7 September 2026
7 days left
In plain English
What this job actually involves
This job involves caring for people and helping them improve their lives. You'll work 42 hours a week, including day and night shifts. It suits someone who is confident and passionate about care work. You'll make a difference in people's lives.
What you'll need
- Be confident
- Passion for care work
- Work varied shifts
- Support people's needs
How to boost your chances
- Show your caring side
- Highlight your experience
- Be ready for shifts
- Research the employer
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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 a confident Female Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You’ll be working 42 hours a week(12 hour, day shifts and night shifts), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Newham House.
- Due to the genuine occupational needs, and the demands of the service we are only able to accept female applicants for this role*
Cygnet Newham House is our 20-bed neuropsychiatric care and treatment facility providing rehabilitation for women affected by acquired brain injuries (ABI). The hospital provides a safe and secure place to aid recovery alongside offering those diagnosed with a progressive neurological disease like Huntington’s Disease, a placement to support and help manage the progression of their symptoms. The hospital is a modern, purpose-built facility, designed specifically to provide a clinically-led evidence-based neuropsychiatric pathway for individuals presenting with behaviours that challenge as a result of their ABI. Our focus is to create a therapeutic rich environment to engage the women in our care and offer them the opportunity to maximise their independence. 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 financialbenefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others – every day.
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 on medical & welfare needs as required SafeguardMaintain a safe, clean environment for all Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…£13.15 per/hour starting
Flexible working with the opportunity for overtimeRegular coaching & appraisalExpert supervision & peer supportEmployee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme 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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Reed
First seen
8 August 2026
Last checked
31 August 2026
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