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Support worker

Cygnet Health Care

Hedge End, SO30 2FLView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£13.45 to £14.00

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

31 October 2026

12 days left

Job description

Cygnet Group are looking for a confident, caring and motivated Learning Disabilities Support Worker to join our friendly team at Devon Lodge. If youre...

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Cygnet Group are looking for a confident, caring and motivated Learning Disabilities Support Worker to join our friendly team at Devon Lodge. If youre passionate about helping others live fulfilling, independent lives, this is a role where you can genuinely make a difference every single day.

We are offering a 42hour contract, working a variety of daytime shifts. Some shifts may start at 7 am, while others may finish at 10 pm, across a 7day rota (including two weekends per month).

Devon Lodge is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, who may have behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do, based on each persons specific needs.

  • Providing personcentred, flexible support tailored to each individual
  • Offering emotional and practical guidance to help people thrive
  • Supporting with daily living skills, personal care and wellbeing needs
  • Assisting with medical and welfare requirements
  • Recording and reporting on health, progress and any concerns
  • Safeguarding and promoting the safety and dignity of those in your care
  • Helping maintain a clean, safe and positive environment

  • Salary: £13.45 Per Hour
  • Increasing to £13.75 after 3 months.
  • Opportunities for overtime
  • Regular coaching, appraisal and development
  • Expert supervision and strong peer support
  • A role where your work has real purpose and impact
  • Free meals on shift

  • Is genuinely driven to make a meaningful difference
  • Communicates well and works confidently as part of a team
  • Is compassionate, intuitive and supportive
  • Brings energy and positivity to create a safe, stimulating environment
  • Is passionate about empowering individuals to live more independently

Please 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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Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

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Provenance

Source

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First seen

1 October 2026

Last checked

2 October 2026

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Cygnet Health Care

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