Cygnet

Support Worker

Macclesfield SK11 0JG

Key information

Pay
£13.45 to £13.45 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
4 Sep 2026
Closing date
3 Oct 2026

About this role

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.

Join Our Team as a

Specialist Day Support Worker!

Are you a confident Support Worker driven by a passion for delivering exceptional care in a specialist enhanced support environment?

You’ll work 42 hours a week days only, making a profound difference in the lives of adults with autism and learning disabilities at Broughton Lodge, a specialist enhanced residential service for individuals who may present challenging behaviours.

At Broughton Lodge, we aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration. On site we have a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) who assist and support us to provide outcome based care and support pathways.

Depending on the individual’s level of need, we have 3 different areas within the service offering different levels of support, including support for young men and women leaving an educational provision:

Shift Pattern

Days (8 am - 8 pm)

Week 1

4 days on, 3 days off

Week 2

3 days on, 4 days off

Why Choose Cygnet?

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Beyond pension schemes and professional development, we provide perks that enhance your life inside and outside of work

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Enjoy shopping, travel, and leisure discounts, along with healthcare and financial benefits

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Join us for excellent career prospects and the satisfaction of making a daily difference

Your Day-to Day...

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Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach

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Deliver specialist support interventions alongside a clinical team

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Provide guidance and emotional support

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Adapt help to individuals’ specific needs

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Assist with medical and welfare needs

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Report on medical and welfare needs as required

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Safeguard the most vulnerable in society

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Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

You Are...

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Genuinely driven to make a real difference

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An excellent communicator and team player

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Sensitive and intuitive, fostering trust and stimulation

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Passionate about empowering and supporting service user independence

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Eager to enhance your skills in a specialist enhanced care environment with a clear career progression plan

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Ready to contribute to an open, transparent, and expressive staff culture where you lead your team

Why Cygnet? We’ll Offer You...

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£13.45 per hour increasing to £13.75 per hour at 3 months and £14.00 per hour at 18 months

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Opportunities for further learning via our excellent apprenticeship scheme

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Flexible working with overtime options

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Regular coaching and appraisal

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Expert supervision and peer support

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Employee discount savings and Cycle to Work scheme

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24 hours GP helpline

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Discounted Gym membership

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NHS and blue light discount

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Free eye tests

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On site benefits including free meals

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Plus much more

Successful candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Join Cygnet

Cygnet has been providing high-quality specialist mental health services for over 30 years. Here, you’ll have the chance tomake a real impact on patients, service users, and their families.

Ready to embark on a rewarding career journey while making a significant impact every day? Apply now and become a vital part of the Cygnet family.

What next?

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

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