Dr Tony Romero and Dr Jon Van Niekerk are named in the 'HealthInvestor' Power List 2025. Cygnet is honoured to have 2 of our executive team, Dr Tony Romero and Dr Jon Van Niekerk, named in the HealthInvestor Power List 2025. Check out the full story below...
For Black History Month, Simba Kaseke, Operations Director, shares his inspiring journey from Zimbabwe to the UK, his passion for working in mental health and why representation matters.
Cygnet Staff Survey 2025: The results are in! 🌟 We are proud to announce the results of our 2025 Staff Survey, showcasing the thousands of colleagues who take pride in being part of a caring, respectful, and inclusive organisation. Workers Feel Proud, Motivated, and Valued - Nearly 9,000 colleagues participated in our Survey, and the feedback is remarkable: ✅ 88% enjoy working for Cygnet ✅ 85% of employees are proud to work here ✅ 83% would recommend us as a great place to work ✅ 91% believe that service user care is our top priority 💬 "Colleagues feel respected, supported, and confident that the work they do makes a real difference." - Jenny Gibson, HR Director This is the outcome when prioritising our people. 💙
Cygnet Psychiatrists & The Pursuit of Meaningful Impact. As psychiatrists at Cygnet, we tackle some of the most complex challenges in modern mental healthcare. Our approach isn't just about treatment - it's about creating lasting, meaningful impact through collaborative and innovative care. Join us on our mission to transform lives through exceptional psychiatric care that combines clinical expertise with genuine understanding. Your expertise won't just treat conditions - it'll make a real difference in people's lives. Join us in our pursuit of meaningful impact.
It's a wrap! Today, July 4th, marks the end of Co-production Week 2025. #CoProWeek2025 We would like to thank Raf Hamaizia, Cygnet’s Expert by Experience Lead, for his valuable insights on the transformative power of co-production and lived experiences in care. Collaborating as equals builds trust, empowers individuals, and leads to better outcomes that are shaped by real needs rather than assumptions. By rebalancing power, equity in co-production ensures that marginalised groups have a say in shaping the care they receive. This approach also boosts colleague morale, promoting collaboration and pride in their work. At Cygnet, we are demonstrating the value of co-production and hope to inspire other leaders in health and social care. Co-production changes lives. This shift in perspective is profound and illuminates the path forward. Discover more about our initiatives and the impact of true collaboration. Read the full story 👇
Cygnet Social Care Wins the "Health Investor" Award for the Second Consecutive Year. Cygnet Social Care has been honoured for the second consecutive year as the winner of the Specialist Care Provider of the Year 2025–Large Group (20+ settings) category at the Health Investor Awards. Our unwavering purpose at Cygnet Social Care is to provide person-centred, compassionate, and empowering care. We believe that everyone, regardless of the complexity of their needs, has the right to lead a full and meaningful life. We are dedicated to creating homely environments where individuals feel safe, heard, and respected, and where their strengths, preferences, and aspirations are prioritised in the care they receive. Our commitment to excellence has been recognised with this award, which reflects the dedication and compassion of our staff, who work tirelessly every day to improve the lives of those in our care.
**It’s almost a Wrap** for Cygnet’s Wellbeing Month! 🎉 Cygnet’s first-ever Wellbeing Month is drawing to a close. While many of us at Cygnet have a professional understanding of mental health conditions, May has been THE month to really understand the role we play in improving our own mental wellbeing, by supporting our colleagues, and building healthier workplaces. As we have celebrated our Wellbeing Month at Cygnet, all colleagues have been encouraged to explore the resources created and to be mindful of one another’s wellbeing. It has been amazing to see so many colleagues embracing the opportunity to improve our collective wellbeing. Colleagues have embraced the opportunity to enhance their well-being, thanks to Cygnet’s "May Moments" Calendar, which was filled with activities. 🌼 Teams shared stories about thoughtful bingo, hosting mindful breakfasts, and creating kindness boards. 💖🧘♀️ Our Multicultural, LGBTQ+, Women’s, DisABILITY, Carers, and Men’s Health Networks led additional events to ensure that Cygnet remains an inclusive and positive place to work. 🤝🌍 We also showcased Cygnet’s benefits through our Rewards package, which offers free fitness classes, mindfulness resources, and discounts to support wellbeing. 💪🧘♂️ All Cygnet colleagues are encouraged to prioritise their wellbeing not just in May, but every day, fostering long-term wellness for this month and beyond! 🌟
We're proud to announce that five of our outstanding consultant psychiatrists have been elected to prestigious positions within The Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCPsych) Dr Gbolagade Akintomide and Dr Graeme Tosh join the General Adult Faculty, while Dr Omer Malik and Dr Ajay Bhatnagar have been elected to the Faculty of Rehabilitation and Social Psychiatry. Additionally, Dr Mehtab Rahman has been appointed Chair for the CCQI's QNPICU Accreditation Committee. These appointments highlight Cygnet's commitment to psychiatric excellence and leadership within the profession. The doctors will officially join their respective faculties in June. Read the full story below to learn about their visions and how they plan to shape the future of psychiatric care.
Cygnet is named as a Top UK Employer by the Financial Times! Cygnet has been recognised in a list of the UK’s top 500 employers for 2025, placing it in the top 200 and ahead of other health and social care providers. This independent recognition is based on feedback from 20,000 UK employees across all industries, evaluating work experience, salary, conditions, development opportunities and employer reputation. We’re proud to be building a workplace that people genuinely value being part of. Click below to discover more about what makes Cygnet one of the UK's best employers.
Celebrating Women’s History Month, International Women’s Day, and the Cygnet Women’s Network As March comes to a close, we reflect on Women’s History Month, International Women’s Day, Mother’s Day (UK), and more. 🎉✨ At Cygnet, we've spent the month celebrating the incredible successes and achievements of women. 💜 This has been a time to honour the significance of women, both past and present, and to pledge for a brighter future for all our female colleagues, friends, and the wider Cygnet family. 🌷💖 Women have always made history and will continue to do so, and there’s never a bad time to celebrate their contributions! 🙌 March is a month dedicated to recognizing the achievements, resilience, and impact of women both today and throughout history. 💪🌍 It serves as a reminder for us to uplift and empower all the women around us. 🌟💕 At Cygnet, we will continue to honour and pay tribute to all the women who dedicate their lives to caring for others. 👩⚕️💖 Check out our March blog below! 📖👇 #WomensHistoryMonth #IWD #EmpowerWomen #CygnetCare #CelebrateWomen #TogetherWeRise
