Support Worker in Yorkshire and Humber inYorkshire and Humber PUBLISHED THU 6 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section

£12.67 per hour PERMANENT
ENHANCED DBS MENTAL HEALTH NIGHTS PENSION WEEKEND

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Job description

Flexible working (days, nights & weekends) with overtime available — ideal for juggling childcare or boosting household income.

Trauma‑informed approach and single‑sex wards — a sensitive, supportive setting for working with female service users or survivors.

Regular coaching, expert supervision and clear career progression with Cygnet, a national specialist mental‑health provider (30+ years).

Generous staff perks — shopping, travel and leisure discounts, healthcare benefits and a Cycle to Work scheme to save you money.

Disability Confident employer — candidates who declare a disability and meet criteria are normally offered an interview.

Enhanced DBS and strong safeguarding procedures — a safe, professional environment where your work has real impact on lives.

Support people recovering from mental health difficulties at Cygnet Hospital Bierley, a specialist acute and low‑secure service in Yorkshire and Humber. This permanent Support Worker role is 38.5 hours a week across days, nights and weekends, working on single‑sex wards within a recovery‑orientated, trauma‑informed model. You’ll provide hands‑on physical and emotional support, assist with medical and welfare needs, contribute to care plans under the CPA framework, safeguard people and maintain a safe, clean environment — reporting and communicating clearly as part of a multi‑disciplinary team. The role suits compassionate, organised carers and excellent communicators; many women returning to work or with prior caring experience find the variety, responsibility and personal connection especially rewarding. An enhanced DBS check is required.

Cygnet offers competitive pay at £12.67 per hour, permanent hours with flexible working and overtime opportunities, regular coaching and appraisal, expert supervision and strong peer support, plus career development within a national provider with over 30 years’ experience. Staff perks include employee discount savings, Cycle to Work, healthcare and financial benefits — designed to support life both in and out of work. Cygnet is a Disability Confident employer committed to person‑centred care. To apply, please click the “Apply Now” button that appears with this advert; you can also find the listing on jobsincare.com.

Flexible working (days, nights & weekends) with overtime available — ideal for juggling childcare or boosting household income.

Trauma‑informed approach and single‑sex wards — a sensitive, supportive setting for working with female service users or survivors.

Regular coaching, expert supervision and clear career progression with Cygnet, a national specialist mental‑health provider (30+ years).

Generous staff perks — shopping, travel and leisure discounts, healthcare benefits and a Cycle to Work scheme to save you money.

Disability Confident employer — candidates who declare a disability and meet criteria are normally offered an interview.

Enhanced DBS and strong safeguarding procedures — a safe, professional environment where your work has real impact on lives.

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Flexible working (days, nights & weekends) with overtime available — ideal for juggling childcare or boosting household income.; Trauma‑informed approach and single‑sex wards — a sensitive, supportive setting for working with female service users or survivors.; Regular coaching, expert supervision and clear career progression with Cygnet, a national specialist mental‑health provider (30+ years).; Generous staff perks — shopping, travel and leisure discounts, healthcare benefits and a Cycle to Work scheme to save you money.; Disability Confident employer — candidates who declare a disability and meet criteria are normally offered an interview.; Enhanced DBS and strong safeguarding procedures — a safe, professional environment where your work has real impact on lives.

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More about MENTAL HEALTH

Mental health has emerged as a critical issue in the United Kingdom, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The crisis highlighted the fragility of mental well-being across different demographics, from children and adolescents to adults and the elderly. It has sparked a wider conversation about the importance of mental health care, accessibility, and the stigmas often associated with mental illnesses. Learn more...

Useful skills for a Support Worker: Click to view

To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:

1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.

2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.

3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.

4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.

6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.

7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.

8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.

9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.

10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.

11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.

12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.

While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.

It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.

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