Female Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; St Albans; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in social care is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team. This role involves supporting vulnerable adults with various needs, ensuring their well-being and quality of life. The company offers comprehensive training and development opportunities, including free training to achieve qualifications in social care. With a strong commitment to high standards of care, the organization provides a supportive environment where you can grow professionally. If you have a passion for making a difference and working with people, this is a fantastic opportunity to build a rewarding career in the care sector.

Benefits

28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme

Free training for qualifications

Access to free online courses

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Carer progression opportunities

Refer a Friend Reward Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour and disabilities.
• Willingness to work towards a Health and Social Care diploma.

Responsibilities

• Implement individual support plans and activities in a challenging environment.
• Support service users with meals, cleaning, and social events.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Calm Under Pressure

Passion for Care

Education

Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Various contracted hour shifts available.

28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays.

Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme.

Full induction programme to Care Certificate Standards.

Dedicated learning & development programmes.

We offer Apprenticeships to those with less experience looking to join the Care Sector.

We provide FREE training to achieve qualification in Social Care.

Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics.

DBS check paid by Caretech prior to starting with us.

Refer a Friend Reward Scheme – earn up to £250 per referral!

Free Employee Assistance Programme.

Annual Employee Awards Evening.

Carer progression within the company.

CareTech Foundation – Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grants.

Main duties and responsibilities:

1. To participate in the day to day implementation of individual support plans and activities within a challenging environment.
2. To maintain effective communication and liaison with service users, families and others whilst respecting appropriate confidentiality.
3. To support service users with the preparation of meals, laundry duties, cleaning and social events.
4. To maintain accurate notes and records as and when required.
5. To work as part of a team to provide high quality care.

Personal Characteristics:

1. Diploma (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care or be willing to work towards one.
2. Experience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour, physical disabilities, learning disabilities and/or mental health issues.
3. The ability to keep calm under pressure.
4. The confidence to work alone or as part of a team.
5. The passion to work with vulnerable adults.
6. The desire and commitment to achieve high standards of safeguarding.

The Organisation:

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.

Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment; the disclosure expense will be met by the employer.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every applicant. We will be in touch 7-10 days after receipt of your CV if progressing your application to the next stage.

* Some of our roles require male or female employees only; where this is indicated it is a genuine occupational requirement, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.