Job summaryWe are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. Youll be working 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Ellen Mhor.Main duties of the jobAt 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 usCygnet 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.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesWe are looking for a confident Support Workerwith a passion for delivering outstanding care.Youll be working 40hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Ellen MhorThis is aspecialist residential service with nursing, supporting up to 12 adults living with learning disabilities and complex needs, and who may have an autistic spectrum condition. The team also supports individuals who have behaviours that may challenge and associated mental or physical health needs. We provide specialist nursing care and support that is tailored to individual needs, promoting independence and community integration.In Dundee, there are many activities for residents to access, including leisure centres, cinema, theatre, markets, shops and cafs. The team at Ellen Mhor aim to promote individuals independence. They do this by working closely with residents to ensure that their wishes, needs and interests are met. Ellen Mhor has regular house meetings where they discuss a wide range of topics from meal planning to arranging their social calendars.At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.Youll 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 whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.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? Well offer youOpportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship schemeFlexible working with the opportunity for overtimeRegular coaching & appraisalExpert supervision & peer supportEmployee discount savings & Cycle to Work schemeRecruitment referralsYou 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 PVG check.Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.Person SpecificationGeneral RequirementsEssentialPlease refer to job description aboveDesirablePlease refer to job description aboveDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 detailsEmployer nameCygnet Health CareAddressDundee, ScotlandDD1 2QHEmployer's websitehttps://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)