Compassionate Care Support Worker - Maternity Cover

Cambian Group Plc; Basildon; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend A Friend Bonus

Up to 28 Days Holiday

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Stakeholder Pension

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Training and progression opportunities

Job summary

CareTech Community Services is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for a maternity cover 9-12 month contract in Basildon, Essex. The role involves delivering person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs, across a 35-hour rota-based week.

You will work to individual care plans, assist with daily living skills, maintain records, and collaborate with the team to promote independence and wellbeing in a safe, supportive home environment.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health and Social Care.
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis.
• Drivers desirable but not essential.
• Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech).

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans.
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required.
• Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
• Support activities, appointments, and community access.
• Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team.
• Work a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic IT

Written abilities

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

Level 2 Health and Social Care

Job description

CareTech Community Services is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for a maternity cover 9-12 month contract in Basildon, Essex. The role involves delivering person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs, across a 35-hour rota-based week.

You will work to individual care plans, assist with daily living skills, maintain records, and collaborate with the team to promote independence and wellbeing in a safe, supportive home environment.