Support Worker in Derby inDerby PUBLISHED THU 6 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section

Make a lasting difference as a Support Worker at Cygnet Hospital Derby (DE24) — a permanent, full-time role offering 38.5 hours per week across rotating day and night shifts (day 7.30am–8pm, night 7.30pm–8am; two weeks day, two weeks night; rota alternates between 33 and 44 hour weeks). You will provide hands-on, compassionate care within low-secure and mental health rehabilitation services, including support for male pathways and a leading female personality disorder unit. The role suits caring, confident people — particularly women carers who value meaningful, person-centred work — and involves emotional and physical support, assistance with medical and welfare needs, safeguarding and maintaining a safe, clean environment while promoting independence for service users. Starting pay is £13.21 per hour, rising to £13.33 after probation, and successful applicants will require an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet offers clear routes for progression and excellent day-to-day support with regular coaching, supervision and peer learning, plus practical perks such as NHS and blue light discounts, employee savings, Cycle to Work, discounted gym membership, free eye tests, on-site meals and a 24-hour GP helpline. If you want a role that combines professional development with rewarding care work at an established provider (Cygnet Health Care has specialised services across the UK since 1988), find this vacancy on jobsincare.com and click the "Apply Now" button alongside this advert to begin your application.