Support Worker

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Make a real difference in mental health and neurorehabilitation

Helping others improve and turn their lives around is one of the most rewarding things you can do.

At Cygnet, this is what we do every day for thousands of people across more than 150 services and sites throughout the UK.

We are looking for outstanding,

compassionate

and experienced Support Workers with a passion for delivering excellent care to join our team at Cygnet Paddocks in Widnes.

You’ll

be working

42 hours

per week, across

days,

nights

and

alternate weekends, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care.

This is a rewarding opportunity for candidates looking for Mental Health Support Worker jobs in Widnes, Support Worker jobs near Liverpool, or a specialist role supporting men with

acquired

brain injury, neurological conditions, complex mental health

needs

and

behaviours

that challenge.

About Cygnet Paddocks

Cygnet Paddocks is our specialist neuropsychiatric rehabilitation hospital for men,

located

in Widnes in the

North West

. The service provides a dedicated care pathway for men affected by

acquired

brain injury or neurological conditions, where

behaviours

that challenge may be the main barrier to recovery and rehabilitation.

The service supports the Level 1 Neuropsychiatric Rehabilitation Pathway for the

North West

, with a focus on adult males. Cygnet Paddocks has individually designed wards to support a clear and distinctive care and treatment pathway for people affected by

acquired

brain injury.

The in-house interdisciplinary team includes neuropsychiatry, psychology, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, physiotherapy,

nurses

and support workers, all working together to keep the individual at the heart of their care and discharge planning.

Cygnet Paddocks is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with the Caring domain rated Outstanding.

A role for people with mental health experience

This role is ideal for someone who already has experience in a mental health, healthcare, care,

rehabilitation

or support setting.

You may have worked as a

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Mental Health Support Worker

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Support Worker

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Healthcare Assistant

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Rehabilitation Assistant

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Brain Injury Support Worker

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Complex Needs Support Worker

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Care Assistant

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Residential Support Worker

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Recovery Worker

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Hospital Support Worker

Experience supporting people with mental health needs,

acquired

brain injury, neurological conditions, challenging

behaviours

, physical health needs, safeguarding, personal

care

or emotional wellbeing would be highly valuable.

If you are calm under pressure, resilient,

compassionate

and confident working in a specialist care environment, this could be the next step in your career.

Shift Pattern

You’ll

work

a structured

rota

across days,

nights

and alternate weekends.

Your

rota

will include

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Week 1

Monday, Tuesday,

Saturday

and Sunday

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Week 2

Wednesday,

Thursday

and Friday

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Day shifts

8:00am to 8:30pm

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Night shifts

8:00pm to 8:30am

This pattern gives you consistency, regular days

off

and the opportunity to build strong working relationships with colleagues and service users.

Your Day-to-Day

As a Support Worker at Cygnet Paddocks,

you’ll

play a key role in supporting men through their recovery and rehabilitation journey.

Your responsibilities will include

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Offering enhanced care using a flexible and person-

centred

approach

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Providing guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support

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Building positive,

professional

and therapeutic relationships

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Learning about

each individual’s

specific needs and supporting them in the most

appropriate way

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Assisting

with medical, physical and welfare needs

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Reporting medical and welfare concerns as

required

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Supporting safeguarding practices and

maintaining

professional boundaries

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Helping to

maintain

a safe,

clean

and therapeutic environment

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Supporting individuals with daily routines,

independence

and rehabilitation goals

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Working closely with nurses,

clinicians

and wider professionals to deliver outstanding care

You Are...

We are looking for people who are genuinely driven to make a difference.

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Experienced in a similar mental health, care,

healthcare

or support setting, ideally with at least 2 years’ experience

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Genuinely passionate about improving people’s lives

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A confident communicator and good team player

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Calm, resilient and able to respond positively in challenging situations

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Sensitive,

intuitive

and respectful

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Energetic and motivated to provide a trusting, stimulating and varied environment

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Passionate about empowering people and supporting independence

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Committed to delivering safe,

compassionate

and person-

centred

care

Why Cygnet?

At Cygnet, our

perks

go way

beyond pension schemes and professional development. We want you to feel supported both in and out of work.

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£13.15 per hour, increasing to £13.45 per hour after 3 months and £13.70 per hour after

18 months

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42 hours

per week

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A rewarding role with the opportunity for overtime

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Regular coaching and appraisal

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Expert supervision and peer support

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Paid breaks

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Employee discount savings

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24-hour free GP helpline

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Discounted gym membership

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Blue Light Card discount

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Free eye tests

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On-site benefits, including free meals

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Shopping,

travel

and leisure discounts

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A range of healthcare and financial benefits

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Excellent professional development opportunities

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The chance to build a meaningfulcareer in specialist mental health and neurorehabilitation care

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you care about making a difference, we want to talk to you.

Join Cygnet Paddocks in Widnes as a Support Worker and help men with

acquired

brain injury, neurological conditions and complex mental health needs progress through recovery and rehabilitation.

Apply now

to start making a difference with Cygnet.

Successful candidates will

be required

to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Cygnet Paddocks

located

?

Cygnet Paddocks is

located

on

Wilmere

Lane, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 5UY, in the

North West

.

Is this role suitable for candidates from Liverpool?

Yes. This role is suitable for candidates looking for Support Worker jobs near Liverpool, mental health jobs in Widnes, or specialist care roles across the wider Liverpool City Region, Halton, Runcorn, St

Helens

and Cheshire.

What type of service is Cygnet Paddocks?

Cygnet Paddocks isa specialist neuropsychiatric rehabilitation hospital for men affected by

acquired

brain injury or neurological conditions.

Do I need mental health experience?

Yes, we are ideally looking for candidates with experience in a similar setting, particularly mental health, ABI, neurorehabilitation, complex needs,

healthcare

or support work.

What hours will I work?

You’ll

work

42 hours

per week across days,

nights

and alternate weekends, with 12-hour shifts from 8:00am to 8:30pm and 8:00pm to 8:30am.

What is the hourly rate?

The role pays £13.15 per hour, increasing to £13.45 per hour after 3 months and £13.70 per hour after

18 months

.

Is Cygnet Paddocks rated by the CQC?

Yes. Cygnet Paddocks is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with Caring rated Outstanding.

What next?

If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply