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Cygnet Health Care Support Worker

The closing date is 13 September 2026

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Job summary

.We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. Youll be working 42 hours a week (12 hour shifts, day and night shifts ), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Wallace Hospital. Situated in a residential area of Dundee, Cygnet Wallace Hospital is an 18 bed specialist high dependency complex care service providing assessment and treatment for individuals with learning disabilities, with or without autistic spectrum disorder, as well as complex needs and behaviours.

Main duties of the job

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.

Details

Date posted

14 August 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,498 to £24,498 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP42E9EE03

Job locations

Dundee

DD3 9AG

United Kingdom


Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Youll be working42hours a week(12 hour shifts, day and night shifts ), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care atCygnet Wallace Hospital.

Situated in a residential area of Dundee, Cygnet Wallace Hospital is an 18 bed specialist high dependency complex care service providing assessment and treatment for individuals with learning disabilities, with or without autistic spectrum disorder, as well as complex needs and behaviours.

The team can also support those who have additional mental or physical health needs, as well as those who have been detained under the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act. We accept emergency referrals and the team are experienced in managing them quickly and efficiently to ensure transition for service users is as smooth as possible.

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-day

  • Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for a ll 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? Well offer you Starting £13.61 per/hour , £13.81 per/hour post probation, and then £14.01 per/hour at 18 months.

  • 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 PVG check.

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

What next?

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

Click the button to apply

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Youll be working42hours a week(12 hour shifts, day and night shifts ), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care atCygnet Wallace Hospital.

Situated in a residential area of Dundee, Cygnet Wallace Hospital is an 18 bed specialist high dependency complex care service providing assessment and treatment for individuals with learning disabilities, with or without autistic spectrum disorder, as well as complex needs and behaviours.

The team can also support those who have additional mental or physical health needs, as well as those who have been detained under the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act. We accept emergency referrals and the team are experienced in managing them quickly and efficiently to ensure transition for service users is as smooth as possible.

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-day

  • Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for a ll 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? Well offer you Starting £13.61 per/hour , £13.81 per/hour post probation, and then £14.01 per/hour at 18 months.

  • 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 PVG check.

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

What next?

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

Click the button to apply

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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 details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Dundee

DD3 9AG

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Dundee

DD3 9AG

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruiter

Inderjit Grewal

[email protected]

01217288111

Details

Date posted

14 August 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,498 to £24,498 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP42E9EE03

Job locations

Dundee

DD3 9AG

United Kingdom


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