Job summary
We are currently recruiting Support Workers with a passion for delivering outstanding care for Cygnet Colchester
Main duties of the job
As an active member of our dynamic team, youll provide support for our nursing staff including the admission, assessment, implementation and discharge of inpatients, with a focus on dignity and safety at all times.
About us
Cygnet Hospital Colchester is a 59-bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs.
Details
- Date posted: 14 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £14.50 an hour rising to £14.80 after 3 months
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 3 months
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: VP433302C3
- Job locations: Colchester, CO4 5HF, 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 Hospital Colchesteris a 59-bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs.
We are currently recruiting Support Workers with a passion for delivering outstanding care.
Youll be working 43.75 hours a week covering day and night shifts, between 7:30am - 8pm and 7:30pm - 8am (Week 1: Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun / Week 2: Wed, Thurs, Fri) .
Please note we do not offer sponsorship for this post
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
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
- Work within Safeguarding guidelines
- Maintain a safe and clean environment for all
You 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
- £14.50 per hour rising to £14.80 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 scheme
- Recruitment referrals
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
What next?
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This advert is for Support Worker with Cygnet Health Care in Colchester, CO4 5HF, United Kingdom, United Kingdom. The advertised salary is £14.50 an hour. The contract type is Fixed-Term. The application deadline is 13 Sep 2026.
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