Health Care Support worker – Haven Ward, Harrogate

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 a confident Healthcare Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

You’ll be working 38.5 hours a week (11‑hour shifts) in an Acute ward with male service users over the age of 18 at Cygnet Hospital Harrogate.

This is a long‑established mental health hospital that provides an emergency admissions service across two acute wards. The service has a full multidisciplinary team (MDT) including consultant psychiatrists, doctors, a therapy team, group and activities coordinators, and nursing therapists. There are a range of therapies available, and all service users can access a minimum of 25 hours of therapy a week. There is a comprehensive programme of both group and individual therapies.

Our team works closely and collaboratively with service users, their families and the referrer to provide a seamless pathway from referral to discharge.

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.

• 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 and encouragement through physical and emotional support
• Learn about individuals’ specific needs and provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with medical and welfare needs and report as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for all

• Starting pay rate at £13.15 per hour, £13.45 per hour after 6 months probation, and then £13.70 per hour at 18 months.
• Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching and appraisal
• Expert supervision and peer support
• Employee discount savings and Cycle to Work scheme

• 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 and varied environment
• Passionate about empowering and 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. 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.

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