Support Worker (Driver Required)
| Posting date: | 24 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £12.60 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £12.60 an hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 October 2025 |
| Location: | Huddersfield, HD2 1DH |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | E0233-25-1900 |
Summary
We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care for our Cygnet Yorkshire Supported Living service based in Huddersfield. We support individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. This specialist service supports individuals who may have been previously detained within a hospital setting and are ready for a step-down placement with in the local community. You'll be working full time, 42 hours a week, covering 12 hour shifts including alternate weekends, and must be be a driver. This requirement is due to a genuine occupational need; you will not be using your own vehicle and will be using a service vehicle. 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. Your day-to-day... 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 Report on medical & welfare needs as required Safeguard Maintain a safe, clean environment for all Why Cygnet? We'll offer you... Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime Regular coaching & appraisal Expert supervision & peer support Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme You are... Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives An excellent communicator & a good team player Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Cygnet has 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.