QR code linking to this job posting Female Support Worker (Part Time - 24 hours) in Darlington inDarlington PUBLISHED WED 29 OCT 2025

Competitive rates  PERMANENT 
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We are looking for a confident Female Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.You'll be working 24 hours a week (days/nights/alternate weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Kensington Gardens.

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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.

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Date posted
29 October 2025

Pay scheme
Other

Salary
£12.60 an hour Increasing to £12.85 Post Probation

Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Part-time

Reference number
VPBA70DD83

Job location
sDarlingtonDL1 4NG

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Job responsibilities
We are looking for a confident Female Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.You'll be working 24 hours a week (days/nights/alternate weekends) making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Kensington Gardens.Situated in the heart of the local community in Darlington, this 4 bedroom bungalow supports adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and behaviours that challenge.You'll be working shifts:- 7am - 7pm, 9am - 9pm, 10am - 10pm and waking nights 7pm - 7am.*Due to a genuine occupational need, and the demands of the service, we are only able to accept female applicants for this role*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 excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for these roles, this remains under review.Your day-to-daySupport both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the serviceEnsure duties are allocated effectively and safelyOffer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our careProvide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional supportLearn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate wayAssist with medical & welfare needs and report as requiredSafeguardMaintain a safe & clean environment for allWhy Cygnet? We'll offer youRegular coaching & appraisalExpert supervision & peer supportNHS and blue light discountEmployee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme24 hours free GP helplineDiscounted gym membershipFree eye testsOn site benefits including free mealsPlus much more... https://jobsincare.com/job/jnssk7DWvUu areGenuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples livesAn excellent communicator & a good team playerSensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environmentPassionate about empowering & supporting service user independenceSuccessful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.Cygnethas 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.

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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

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