Job summary

Cygnet Group is currently recruiting experienced Bank Support Workers (Learning Disabilities) to work flexible ad hoc shifts at Cygnet Wast Hills. This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated support workers who are passionate about delivering high-quality care and support to individuals with learning disabilities. Flexible shifts are available to suit your availability. Whether you prefer days, nights, weekends or occasional shifts, youll have the freedom to pick the hours that work best for you. Join our supportive teams and make a real difference to the individuals in our carewhile enjoying the flexibility that suits your life. Cygnet Wast Hills provides dedicated, person-centred support to men with learning disabilities, autism and associated complex needs in a robust environment. The service has a number of independent and communal living spaces for the individuals we support, to maximise opportunities to progress through their care pathway towards greater independence.

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 Health Care 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.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13 to £14.57 an hour £14.57 including 12.1% Holiday Allowance

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

VP15074FA8

Job locations

Kings Norton

B38 9ET

United Kingdom

Job description

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 Group is currently recruiting experienced BankSupport Workers (Learning Disabilities) to work flexible ad hoc shifts at Cygnet Wast Hills.

This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated support workers who are passionate about delivering high-quality care and support to individuals with learning disabilities. Flexible shifts are available to suit your availability. Whether you prefer days, nights, weekends or occasional shifts, youll have the freedom to pick the hours that work best for you.

Join our supportive teams and make a real difference to the individuals in our carewhile enjoying the flexibility that suits your life.

Cygnet Wast Hills provides dedicated, person-centred support to men with learning disabilities, autism and associated complex needs in a robust environment.

The service has a number of independent and communal living spaces for the individuals we support, to maximise opportunities to progress through their care pathway towards greater independence.

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience working within healthcare (ideally working with Learning Disabilities, Autism and Challenging Behaviour)

Your day-to-day

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care< /li>
• Cooperate with other members of the nursing team to ensure the ward meets any therapeutic needs of the patient, which are conducive to recovery
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• At all times, ensure that the patient's rights and dignity are maintained.
• Report on medical & welfare needs as required
• Safeguard all patients and visitors to the service
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all
• Use innovative methods to improve patient care
• Support and care for a variety of Service Users with acute mental health needs
• Pass on to qualified staff any information or concerns brought to your attention

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Salary: £13.00 per hour
• £14.57 per hour including 12.1% holiday allowance
• Flexible working
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• Employee discount savings
• NHS Discount

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

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible

What next?

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

Click the button to apply

Job description 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 Group is currently recruiting experienced BankSupport Workers (Learning Disabilities) to work flexible ad hoc shifts at Cygnet Wast Hills.This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated support workers who are passionate about delivering high-quality care and support to individuals with learning disabilities. Flexible shifts are available to suit your availability. Whether you prefer days, nights, weekends or occasional shifts, youll have the freedom to pick the hours that work best for you.Join our supportive teams and make a real difference to the individuals in our carewhile enjoying the flexibility that suits your life.Cygnet Wast Hills provides dedicated, person-centred support to men with learning disabilities, autism and associated complex needs in a robust environment.The service has a number of independent and communal living spaces for the individuals we support, to maximise opportunities to progress through their care pathway towards greater independence.To be considered for this role, you must have: A minimum of 2 years' experience working within healthcare (ideally working with Learning Disabilities, Autism and Challenging Behaviour)Your day-to-day Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care< /li> Cooperate with other members of the nursing team to ensure the ward meets any therapeutic needs of the patient, which are conducive to recovery Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way At all times, ensure that the patient's rights and dignity are maintained. Report on medical & welfare needs as required Safeguard all patients and visitors to the service Maintain a safe, clean environment for all Use innovative methods to improve patient care Support and care for a variety of Service Users with acute mental health needs Pass on to qualified staff any information or concerns brought to your attentionWhy Cygnet? Well offer you Salary: £13.00 per hour £14.57 per hour including 12.1% holiday allowance Flexible working Regular coaching & appraisal Expert supervision & peer support Employee discount savings NHS DiscountYou 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 independencePlease note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possibleWhat next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Kings Norton

B38 9ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Kings Norton

B38 9ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)