Assistant Support Practitioner

3 days ago

Meadowfield, United Kingdom Cygnet Healthcare Full time

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

You’ll be working full time hours each week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Appletree.

Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, an acute service for women.

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.

**Your day-to-day**
- Promote and ensure the good reputation of the Hospital
- Demonstrate positive attitudes towards patients, their families, staff, visitors and others.
- Support Patients who need assistance with independent living skills/ personal hygiene encouraging independence.
- To demonstrate non-discriminatory practice in all aspects of work.
- Assist Patients who have limited mobility or physical / learning difficulties, making the best use of aids provided.
- Carry out any levels of observation as directed by Nurse-in-charge.
- Under the supervision and guidance of trained Staff, care and report on the well being of Patients.
- Read care planning needs for Patients and complete written daily records as instructed by trained Staff.
- To support the development of the process, practices and delivery of Active Care and Recovery.
- Assist in a framework of social and therapeutic activities by interacting with Patients and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Hospital.
- Answer Nurse Call System, giving assistance as required, as well as answering the door and telephone appropriately.
- Carry out regular checks on Patients at intervals determined by trained Staff.
- Closely monitor Patients who may be confused and / or have behavioural problems due to learning difficulties/ mental health needs.To assist in de-escalation or Management of Violence and Aggression as required.
- Make visitors welcome and give them refreshments and any assistance they may require.
- Support/encourage patients to change beds, ensuring that rooms are clean, tidy - Activities of Daily Living.

**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
- Recruitment referrals

**You are/have**
- An understanding of Mental Health Issues
- Understanding of Mental Health diagnosis
- Ability to communicate at all levels.
- Ability to work in a Team.
- Able to contribute to the planning of care.
- Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
- Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

**Cygnet Health Care** 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.

  • Bank Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Meadowfield, United Kingdom Cygnet Full time

    Bank Support Worker – Cygnet Join to apply for the Bank Support Worker role at Cygnet. 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 an outstanding Bank Support Worker with a passion for delivering...

  • Assistant Psychologist

    2 weeks ago

    Meadowfield, United Kingdom NHS Full time

    We are looking for a confident Assistant Psychologist with a passion for delivering outstanding care.Youll be working full time, 37.5 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Appletree.Main duties of the jobAt Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up.Apply now...

  • Assistant Psychologist

    2 weeks ago

    Meadowfield, United Kingdom Cygnet Group Full time

    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 an Assistant Psychologist to join our team at Cygnet Appletree. This role will be working Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week (8.30am to 16.30pm). Cygnet Appletree...

  • Finance Assistant

    1 week ago

    Meadowfield, United Kingdom Banks Group Full time

    Due to the growth of the business, we’re expanding our team! Join our finance department as a Group Finance Assistant, supporting the wider finance function. OVERALL OBJECTIVE: To work independently and as part of a team in a busy finance department and to maintain good relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Playing a key role within...

  • Finance Assistant

    1 week ago

    Meadowfield, United Kingdom Banks Group Full time

    HR Business Partner at Banks Group, Durham Due to the growth of the business, we’re expanding our team! Join our finance department as a Group Finance Assistant, supporting the wider finance function. OVERALL OBJECTIVE: To work independently and as part of a team in a busy finance department and to maintain good relationships with both internal and...

  • Finance Assistant

    5 days ago

    Meadowfield, United Kingdom Banks Group Full time

    Due to the growth of the business, we’re expanding our team! Join our finance department as a Group Finance Assistant, supporting the wider finance function. OVERALL OBJECTIVE To work independently and as part of a team in a busy finance department and to maintain good relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Playing a key role within...

  • Finance Assistant

    1 week ago

    Meadowfield, United Kingdom Banks Group Full time

    Due to the growth of the business, we're expanding our team! Join our finance department as a Group Finance Assistant, supporting the wider finance function.OVERALL OBJECTIVE: To work independently and as part of a team in a busy finance department and to maintain good relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Playing a key role within the...

  • Finance Assistant

    1 week ago

    Meadowfield, United Kingdom Banks Group Full time

    Due to the growth of the business, we’re expanding our team! Join our finance department as a Group Finance Assistant, supporting the wider finance function.OVERALL OBJECTIVE: To work independently and as part of a team in a busy finance department and to maintain good relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Playing a key role within...

  • Finance Assistant: Treasury

    5 days ago

    Meadowfield, United Kingdom Banks Group Full time

    A leading construction firm in Meadowfield is seeking a Group Finance Assistant to support its finance department. The role includes managing cash receipts, bank reconciliations, and purchase invoicing. Candidates must have previous finance assistant experience, proficiency in Excel, and be familiar with the COINS system. This position offers a competitive...

  • Assistant Psychologist

    2 weeks ago

    Meadowfield, United Kingdom Cygnet Health Care Full time

    A leading mental health care provider is seeking a confident Assistant Psychologist to join their team at a dedicated facility. This full-time role involves supporting the psychological care of patients by assisting qualified psychologists with assessments, care plans, and group programmes. The ideal candidate will be degree qualified in Psychology, have a...