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Acting Team Leader & Support Worker – Woodrow House
Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at Cygnet, across 150+ sites nationwide. Join us.
About the Role
We’re looking for a confident, passionate Acting Team Leader based at Woodrow House, a specialist residential service supporting adults with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours. You’ll work full-time (42 hours/week), including 12-hour shifts, alternate weekends (four shifts Week 1, three shifts Week 2 on a two-week rolling rota), operating days only.
Your responsibilities will vary between:
- Support Work – hands-on care and empowerment.
- Acting Team Leader shifts – duty allocation, medication administration, team leadership and management support.
Responsibilities
As an Acting Team Leader
- Medication administration
- Allocate duties to the team
- Demonstrate best practice in care delivery
- Support both management and frontline staff, ensuring consistent, person-centred care
- Lead the team while upholding the wellbeing and needs of residents
As a Support Worker
- Provide enhanced care with a flexible, individualised approach
- Offer physical and emotional support to empower independence
- Tailor support based on residents’ specific needs and report on medical/wellbeing matters
- Safeguard and maintain a safe, clean environment
- Facilitate community engagement, including work, education, hobbies, and outings
- Encourage growth through activities like cooking, cleaning, and life skills training
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Person Specification
You’ll be:
- An experienced Support Worker eager to take on leadership
- Driven to make a tangible difference in people’s lives
- Confident, assertive and ambitious—for yourself, your team, and Cygnet
- A strong communicator & team player with a sensitive, intuitive approach
- Skilled at empowering autonomy while creating a trusting, engaging environment
- Organised, committed, and keen to develop leadership skills
Why Join Cygnet?
Beyond meaningful work, you’ll benefit from:
Competitive Paid Structure
- Acting Team Leader rate: £15.39/hr (base salary £29,435.70 YoY), rising to £13.70/hr after 18 months
- Support Worker rate: £13.15/hr (rising to £13.45/hr after 3 months)
Growth & Support
- Apprenticeship opportunities for further learning
- Regular coaching & appraisals
- Expert development with peer group support
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Wellbeing & Perks
- NHS blue light card with discounts
- Rewards gateway (vouchers + shopping deals)
- Private health cash plans and free mental health support
- Employee discount scheme and Cycle to Work
- Wellbeing centre with exercise resources, financial/mental health advice
About Woodrow House
We provide specialist residential care for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs, fostering:
- Independence
- Community integration
- Person-centred support aligned to each resident’s strengths and preferences
By working with us, you enable individuals to live full, fulfilled lives—one small change at a time.
Requirements
- Successful candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS check.
- Apply as soon as possible—this vacancy may close before the deadline.
Next Steps
If your passion aligns with ours, apply today to be part of transforming thousands of lives nationwide. Click below to begin your journey:
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Cygnet has proudly served the UK for over 30 years, delivering exceptional specialist care through innovation and unwavering dedication.
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