Bank Support Worker

Job summary

We are looking for a confident Bank Care & Support Workers with a passion for delivering outstanding care.You'll be working bank shifts, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Sheffield.

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 was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK.We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services 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.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for an outstanding Bank Care & Support Workers with a passion for delivering excellent care.

You'll have the opportunity to work bank shifts at Cygnet Hospital Sheffield.

**Mental Health experience is essential**

**CAMHS experience is Desirable**

Cygnet Hospital Sheffield offers a low secure service for women and CAMHS services for male and female adolescents over three distinct wards.

Within the adult service, women are supported by a full multi-disciplinary team who are focused on helping service users regain independence, maintain family links and prepare for discharge. There is a focus on community access, therapy and meaningful activity and offering a warm and welcoming environment for the delivery of support and care.

In the separate and distinct CAMHS services at Cygnet Hospital Sheffield, young people may be admitted to either our PICU or general CAMHS ward depending on their individual needs. All young people are supported by a full multi-disciplinary team alongside the therapy and education departments.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy flexibility while reaping the rewards of providing the very best care and making a huge difference to our service users and their families.

Your day-to-day

Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care

Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support

Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way

Assist with medical & welfare needs

Report on medical & welfare needs as required

Safeguard

Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme

Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime

Regular coaching & appraisal

Expert supervision & peer support

Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme

Recruitment referrals

You are

Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives

An excellent communicator & a good team player

Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment

Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

Person Specification

General Requirements

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