We have fantastic new opportunities to join us and support our d/Deaf service users in Blackburn.
We are looking for confident Care & Support Workers with the passion to both deliver outstanding care, alongside play a role in empowering d/Deaf service users to access the same recovery opportunities as their hearing peers.
You will be working Full time (42 hours per week) across a mixed shift pattern of 3/4 12 hour shifts per week with a focus on supporting our d/Deaf (profound, severe, partial or hard of hearing) service users with mental health needs, inside our new Deaf community step down setting in Blackburn.
This role requires either native BSL usage or a minimum Signature Level 2 as it is a deaf service.
About the service:
Vincent Court is a five-bed community rehabilitation (level 1) service for deaf men who have been able to progress through the hospital pathway at Cygnet Bury Dunes (Bridgehampton Ward). We also accept referrals from other high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) services, other Low Secure services as well as directly from the community.
We offer a safe, comfortable and homely setting that enables individuals to focus on their continued recovery and transition back into a successful and more independent lifestyle – with the advantage of continuing to access the same multi-disciplinary team (MDT) at Cygnet Bury Dunes (Bridgehampton Ward)
Note: This service is due to open in within the next few months
About you:
You may be d/Deaf yourself.
Have experience working or living with Deaf people before.
You can sign in BSL
Qualified in Signature BSL to a minimum of Level 2.
As a person you are a strong worker and team player.
Are looking to help support d/Deaf people.
Have an interest in helping d/Deaf people with mental health problems.
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…
Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
Regular coaching & appraisal
Expert supervision & peer support
Employee discount savings & “Cycle to Work” scheme
A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether it’s saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays & leisure – or securing your future with professional development and a pension – we support you to be happy both in & out of work.
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.
We also accept Video applications for this role; If you would like to submit a video application please email: LouisBrown@Cygnethealth.co.uk
Benefits & Rewards
NHS Staff Discounts
Cygnet provides its staff with NHS discounts across a range of high street retailers. The discounts can be redeemed by showing your Cygnet ID badge. You can also get further discounts by registering your details with Health Service Discounts and Blue Light Card.
On-site Benefits
Cygnet provides free meals and free on-site parking for employees at work.
Cycle To Work Scheme
Cygnet will give you exclusive access to a range of benefits with our Cycle To Work scheme.
Enhanced Maternity
In addition to statutory pay, Cygnet provides enhanced maternity pay.
It's an absolute joy to work with the service users and to make a difference in their lives
The best part of my job is knowing that I can change somebody's life and make them feel happy
We’re looking for naturally caring and compassionate people – so you can join one of our Care & Support teams without any previous experience on your CV
88% of staff enjoy working for Cygnet
At Cygnet, you’ll work in incredible, inspiring teams and enjoy satisfying careers with plenty of opportunities to grow
90% of staff said access to training has helped them in their role
No matter what your role is, we invest in your learning and development to help you achieve your career aspirations.
Colleague to colleague endorsements
Alicia
Support Worker
Recognised for
Passion
Alicia went above and beyond to seek out a volunteering job for 2 service users at Langdale House. Langdale have been trying for years to find an old peoples care home for our service users to visit which will help them to help others and feel apart of the local community. Alicia eventually found one which was suitable and has been a success for the service users. Management would like to thank Alicia for going above and beyond to find this placement and organising visits.
Gemma
Support Worker
Recognised for
Hard Work
I would like to take a moment to formally recognise and commend two of our dedicated staff members Arran Wardle and Gemma Rhodes for their exceptional support and commitment in facilitating a truly heart-warming and significant experience for one of our patients.
Recently, these staff members supported a gentleman in leaving the hospital for a visit to McDonald’s—his first community outing in over six years. This outing was not only incident-free but filled with joy, laughter, and a sense of freedom that the patient had not experienced in a very long time. He was belly laughing to the music playing in the van, a moment that deeply moved everyone involved.
This achievement is a testament to the hard work, patience, and compassionate care these staff members have consistently shown. Their efforts have made a profound difference in this gentleman’s life, and this milestone reflects the positive impact of their dedication.
Please join me in acknowledging and celebrating their outstanding contribution. It is moments like these that truly highlight the value of the work we do and the incredible people who make it possible.
Annabel
Support Worker
Recognised for
Positivity
Langdale House recently had an admission of a new service user. Annabel has gone above and beyond to support this individual despite the challenges that they exhibited. Annabel has been recognised for her continuous positive attitude and has been able to support the individual in a positive manner which has resulted in the service user achieving positive changes to his daily routines. Management would like to recognise Annabel and say thank you for her positive attitude.
Kimberley
Team Leader
Recognised for
Hard Work
This nomination is for the hard work you put in all of the time keeping the floor staffed well and supporting staff and patients in their development. This nomination in particular is for the hard work put in to getting a patient who has significant difficulties to the dentist and supporting him to have the required treatment. This took a lot of hard work, organisation, and perseverance from you and the team you were leading for a successful outcome. This not only improved the patients quality of life but also improved the ward environment as a whole. Your hard work is always recognised and should be celebrated 🙂
Michael
Maintenance Operative Hourly
Recognised for
Hard Work
Since Michael has started working at Dene Brook there has been a massive improvement in the service, this is noticed by individuals, staff & visitors.
Michael is creative and uses his own initiative and has done several projects in the service to meet the needs of the individuals and work in a person centered way. Michael has supported individuals to design bespoke furniture and decor in their homes. The most recent being a teletubbies mural wall in an individuals bedroom. Michael has hand painted all the design and this looks absolutely fantastic and the individual will love it!! Michael should be nominated for his hard work and continues efforts to improve the service and make it as homely as possible for individuals.
Zachari
Support Worker
Recognised for
Hard Work
Langdale House recently had an admission of a new service user. Zach has gone above and beyond to support this individual despite the challenges that they exhibited. Zach has been recognised for his continuous positive attitude and has been able to support the individual in a positive manner which has resulted in the service user achieving positive changes to his daily routines. Management would like to recognise Zach and say thank you for his positive attitude.
Arran
Support Worker
Recognised for
Hard Work
I would like to take a moment to formally recognise and commend two of our dedicated staff members Arran Wardle and Gemma Rhodes for their exceptional support and commitment in facilitating a truly heart-warming and significant experience for one of our patients.
Recently, these staff members supported a gentleman in leaving the hospital for a visit to McDonald’s—his first community outing in over six years. This outing was not only incident-free but filled with joy, laughter, and a sense of freedom that the patient had not experienced in a very long time. He was belly laughing to the music playing in the van, a moment that deeply moved everyone involved.
This achievement is a testament to the hard work, patience, and compassionate care these staff members have consistently shown. Their efforts have made a profound difference in this gentleman’s life, and this milestone reflects the positive impact of their dedication.
Please join me in acknowledging and celebrating their outstanding contribution. It is moments like these that truly highlight the value of the work we do and the incredible people who make it possible.
Susan
Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist
Recognised for
Flexibility
Our OT Susan has done an amazing job of starting yoga sessions with some of our residents with severe autism and learning disabilities. We are so lucky to have her as a qualified instructor who is able to adapt her classes to the people we support. Also excellent team work with our colleagues in SLT and the care team to make this happen! A brilliant initiative!
Shimmeka
Support Worker
Recognised for
Comfort
Shammika has been very helpful with staff especially during incidents, she comes in to help staff as she is able to communicate with residents to calm them down. Her communication skills with staff is a top notch and she also helps many staff with their datix.
Akwasi
Support Worker
Recognised for
Passion
I would like to nominate akwasi because of his passion for the job as he have shown on multiple occasion he would go the extra mile for his resident. when out in the community with a particular resident and that resident became unsettled and attempted to abscorned he have managed to be able to redirect back to service with minimal issues and resistance
Speculative candidates or CVs sent to Cygnet by recruitment agencies/headhunters will be treated as a “free of charge” gesture. For further clarification, email recruitment@cygnethealth.co.uk