Job summary
We are looking for a confident Female Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. Youll be working 42 hours a week (working both day and night shifts) making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Hexham. Due to the genuine occupational need, we are only able to accept female applicants for this role.
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: 24 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £23,670 to £23,670 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: VP318A793F
- Job locations: Hexham, NE46 4JR, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
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.
We are looking for a confidentFemale Support Workerwith a passion for delivering outstanding care.
Youll be working42hours a week(working both day and night shifts)making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care atCygnet Hospital Hexham.
Due to the genuine occupational need, we are only able to accept female applicants for this role.
Thisis our 27 bed mental health facility for women with complex mental health needs. The hospital is built to meet the latest national specifications for improving 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 will provide an important and much-needed service for service users within the North East of England.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
Youll 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 excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
Your day-to-day
- Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service
- Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely
- 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 and report as required
- Safeguard
- Maintain a safe & clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? Well offer you Start pay rate at £13.15 per/hour
- Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
- Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
- Regular coaching & appraisal
- Expert supervision & peer support
- Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
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 enhancedDBS check.
Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.
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This advert is for Female Support Worker with Cygnet Health Care in Hexham, NE46 4JR, United Kingdom, United Kingdom. The advertised salary is £23670.00 to £23670.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 23 Sep 2026.
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