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Support Worker

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Recruiter
Cygnet
Location
Hexham
Salary
£13.15 per hour
Contract
Permanent
Work pattern
Not Specified
First listed by Ontap
25 September 2026
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Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for confident Support Workers with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

You'll be working 24, 36 or 42 hours per hours a week (days/nights/alternate weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Oaklands.

Oaklands is a specialist residential service with nursing, supporting individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs in Hexham, Northumberland. The team support individuals who have additional mental or physical health needs and behaviours that may challenge.

Your day-to-day

Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service
Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely
Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
Learn about individuals' specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required
Safeguard
Maintain a safe & clean environment for all

You are

Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people's lives
An excellent communicator and a good team player
Sensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
Helping to em

power & support service user independence.

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

£13.15 per hour increasing to £13.45 per hour at 3 months and £13.70 per hour at 18 months
An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
Flexible working with opportunity for overtime
Regular coaching & appraisal
Expert supervision & peer support
Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
24 hours free GP helpline
Discounted Gym membership
Free eye tests
On site benefits including free meals
Plus much more

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

What next?

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

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