Job summary
We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. Youll be working 42 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Glyn House.
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 1998. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities with the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering service 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: 16 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £23,670 to £23,670 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: VPB317E425
- Job locations: Stoke on Trent, ST11 9JG, 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.
Cygnet is currently looking for a confidentLearning Disabilities Support Worker (Days)with a passion for delivering outstanding care to join our team at Glyn House.
About The Role:
We are currently recruiting forfull-timeworking42 hours a week (07:45 am till 08:00 pm, including alternative weekends),making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Glyn House.
The Service:
Glyn House supports people with autism, learning disabilities and complex behavioural support needs. We provide specialist care and support which is tailored to individual needs, promoting independence and community integration.
This service provides specialist care for those on their care pathway from childrens to adult services. It also supports young adults who require highly tailored interventions to address their individual needs effectively.
Who We Care For:
- Adults (Male & Female) from the age of 18 years and beyond.
- Primary diagnosis of autism and learning disability
- Those who may present challenging behaviours and complex needs
What we look for in our Support Worker Team:
- Previous care experience working with adults with Autism or Learning Disabilities (Required)
- Understa nding of Challenging Behaviour (Desirable)
- Positive Attitude and Caring Approach (Required)
- Strong Communication Skills (Required)
- Able to work as part of a team (Required)
- Flexible approach to support work and shift patterns to facilitate a range of community activities (Required)
Your role at Glyn House:
- Supporting and Assisting Residents in their day-to-day lives
- Assisting residents with personal hygiene whilst promoting independence
- Attending local community events, networks and venues, including cinema, swimming baths, and local shops.
- Promoting and Supporting residents with personal development and learning new life skills
- Updating and recording resident records to help monitor health and well-being
- Providing emotional and physical support
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
- Salary: £13.15 - £13.70 Per Hour
- Fully Paid Training and Induction
- Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
- Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
- Regular coaching & appraisal
- Expert supervision & peer support
- NHS Discounts, Employee Discount Savings & Cycle to Work scheme and much more.
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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