Job summary
We are looking for a confident Female Bank Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working bank shifts (days/nights/alternate weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Kensington Gardens.
Main duties of the job
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.
About us
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.
Details
- Date posted: 10 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £13 an hour plus 12.1% holiday allowance
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: VP524560BF
- Job locations: Darlington, DL1 4NQ, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around there's no better feeling. Its 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 Female Bank Support Worker with a passion for delivering excellent care.
You'll have the opportunity to work bank shifts (days,nights,weekends) making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Kensington Gardens.
You'll be working shifts:- 7am to 7pm, 9am to 9pm, 10am to 10pm and waking nights 7pm to 7am.
Kensington Gardens in Darlington provides four tenancies, the service is focused on empowering individuals with complex mental health needs, learning disabilities, autism, and challenging behaviours to live more independently.
*Due to the occupational needs, and the demands of the service we are only able to accept female applicants for this role*
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 care
- Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
- Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
- Assist with medical & welfare needs
- Report on medical & welfare needs as required
- Safeguard
- Maintain a safe, clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you
- £13 per hour plus 12.1% holiday allowance (£14.57 per hour)
- Regular coaching & support
- NHS and blue light discount
- Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
- DBS paid
- 24 hours free GP helpline
- Discounted gym membership
- Free eye tests
- On site benefits including free meals
- Plus much more
You are
- Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives
- An excellent communicator & a good team player
- Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
- Passionate 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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This advert is for Female Bank Support Worker with Cygnet Health Care in Darlington, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £13 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 09 Aug 2026.
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