Male Support Worker

Caretech; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Leeds is seeking Support Workers to assist adults with mental health needs using a person-centred approach. Candidates should have experience in care, strong communication skills, and a desire to make a difference. Benefits include a £500 Recommend A Friend Bonus, up to 28 days holiday, and free training in Social Care. This position offers career progression and access to various employee assistance programs.

Benefits

£500 Recommend A Friend Bonus

Blue Light Card

Up to 28 days holiday

Free DBS Check

Career progression

Employee Recognition Schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in a caring environment, specialising in Mental Health, Learning Disabilities, and Autism.
• Confidence to work alone and as part of a team.
• Passionate about making a difference in someone's life.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with mental health needs using a person‑centred approach.
• Measure outcomes using a specialised tool.
• Engage and interact with service users.

Skills

Experience in a caring environment

Good communication skills

Positive and approachable attitude

Ability to work independently

Innovative mindset

Job description

Overview

We are a well-established, nationwide healthcare provider. Our homes are specialist Mental Health Services, offering person‑centred care to adults. We develop and adapt homes to meet varying needs, located within thriving communities that provide educational, recreational and social activities. Our Support Workers use a person‑centred approach, measuring outcomes with a specialised tool. Successful candidates will complete an enhanced DBS disclosure before commencing; the employer covers this expense. CareTech is a person‑centred care company committed to quality care nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with mental health needs using a person‑centred approach.
• Measure outcomes using a specialised outcome‑measuring tool.
• Engage and interact with service users.
• Keep calm under pressure and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Work days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in a caring environment, specialising in Mental Health, Learning Disabilities and Autism.
• Good communication and writing skills.
• Confidence to work alone and as part of a team (family).
• Passionate about making a positive difference to someone else’s life.
• Positive, pleasant and approachable attitude.
• Empowering others to develop and live fulfilling lives.
• Innovative mindset, willing to use or suggest new methods and ideas.

Benefits

• £500 Recommend A Friend Bonus
• Blue Light Card
• Up to 28 days holiday
• Full induction programme to Care Certificate Standards
• Dedicated learning & development programmes
• Free training to achieve qualification in Social Care
• Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff
• Free DBS Check
• Stakeholder Pension
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Employee Awards Evening
• Employee Recognition Schemes
• Career progression within the company
• CareTech Foundation – Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grants