Female Support Worker

Caretech UK Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend a Friend Bonus

28 Days Holiday

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Stakeholder Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Awards Evening

Recognition Schemes

Job summary

CareTech Community Services Ltd in Bearsted, near Maidstone, is seeking a Female Support Worker to provide person-centred care for adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs. You will work 35 hours per week on a permanent full-time contract, earning £13.03 per hour.

Based at Inglewood Lodge, you’ll support daily living, promote independence and participate in activities. We offer full training and progression opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and a

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards Level 2 Diploma 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

Caring

Patience

Respectful

Communication skills

Basic IT skills

Written ability

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Female Support Worker

Location: Inglewood, Bearsted, Maidstone, Kent

Rate: £13.03 per hour

Permanent | Full Time | 35 hours per week

Please note: We may be unable to support applications where Home Office visa restrictions prevent candidates from meeting the full contractual hours or requirements of the role.

‘Extraordinary Days, Every Day’

At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs.

We are recruiting Female Support Worker to join our service in Bearsted, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career – any truly make a difference!

About the Service – Inglewood Lodge

Inglewood Service in Bearsted, near Maidstone in Kent has a good public transport. Bearsted is a traditional English village featuring quaint cottages, several village pubs, restaurants and a large village green which plays host to a variety of different social and sporting events.

Inglewood is a care home which provides care and support for up to 8 females they have less profound disabilities, more Mental Health issues and Learning Disabilities.

The Role

• 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

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable.

No previous experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we’ll provide full training and a structured induction programme.

Requirements

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

What We Offer

• Recommend A Friend Bonus
• Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Free DBS Check
• Blue Light Card
• Stakeholder Pension
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Employee Awards Evening
• Employee Recognition Schemes
• Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level
• CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant

Our Values

• Friendly
• Positive
• Innovative
• Empowering
• Person-Centred

About CareTech

CareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives – this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence.

CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days.

Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.