Job summary
We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care at Cygnet Hospital Harrow. You will be expected to work 38.5 hours a week (days and night shifts) making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care. Day shifts 7:15am 7:45pm Night shifts 7:30pm 07:30am
Main duties of the job
Cygnet Hospital Harrow provides a recovery focused service treating a wide range of mental health problems. We also offer specialist diagnostic, assessment and inpatient services for individuals with mental health needs and who also have a dual diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people. **Please note we are looking for people to start as soon as possible**
About us
Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of health and social care services for young people and adults with mental health needs, acquired brain injuries, eating disorders, autism and learning disabilities within the UK.
Details
- Date posted: 29 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £14.50 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: VP920ABD94
- Job locations: London, HA1 3JL, 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 confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care at Cygnet Hospital Harrow.
You will be expected to work 38.5 hours a week (days and night shifts) making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care.
- Day shifts 7:15am 7:45pm
- Night shifts 7:30pm 07:30am
Cygnet Hospital Harrow provides a recovery focused service treating a wide range of mental health problems. We also offer specialist diagnostic, assessment and inpatient services for individuals with mental health needs and who also have a dual diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.
**Please note we are looking for people to start as soon as possible**
Your Day-to-Day Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all our service users, patients & residents Provide guidance and 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 and clean environment for allYou are Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives An excellent communicator and a good team player Sensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment Helping to empower & support service user independence.Why Cygnet? Well offer you
Salary - £14.50 per hour (increasing to £14.80 per hour after 3 months) An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme Flexible working with opportunity for overtime Regular coaching & appraisal Expert supervision & peer support Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme Recruitment referrals Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advicePlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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This advert is for Support Worker with Cygnet Health Care in London, England. It is listed as a Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £14.50. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 18 Aug 2026.
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