Male Support Worker - Must Be A Driver

CareTech Group; Ashford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in social care is seeking a Male Support Worker in Ashford. The role involves supporting vulnerable adults, implementing individual support plans, and promoting a high standard of care. Candidates should possess or be willing to obtain a Diploma in Health and Social Care. Flexible shifts and various training opportunities are provided, along with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

28 days inclusive bank holidays

Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme

Free training for qualification in Social Care

Access to free online courses

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Opportunities for progression

Refer a Friend Reward Scheme

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards a Diploma in Health and Social Care.
• Ability to work alone or in a team.
• Passion for supporting vulnerable adults.

Responsibilities

• Implement individual support plans and activities.
• Maintain communication with service users and families.
• Support with meals, laundry, cleaning and social events.
• Keep accurate records as required.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Safeguarding

Education

Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Male Support Worker - Must Be A Driver, Ashford

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Location:

Ashford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.05.2025

Expiry Date:

13.07.2025

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Job Description:

Various contracted hour shifts available (to suit your lifestyle)

28 days inclusive 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!

Share Save Scheme

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:

To participate in the day-to-day implementation of individual support plans and activities within a challenging environment.

To maintain effective communication and liaison with service users, families and others whilst respecting appropriate confidentiality.

To support service users with the preparation of Meals, Laundry duties, cleaning and social events.

To maintain accurate notes and records as and when required.

To work as part of a team to provide high quality care.

Personal Characteristics

Diploma in Health and Social Care or be willing to work towards one.

The ability to keep calm under pressure.

The confidence to work alone or as part of a team.

The passion to work with vulnerable adults

The desire and commitment to achieve high standards of safeguarding.

The Organisation:

CareTech Community Services Ltd is a provider 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 people to live in community settings with learning disabilities, severe physical disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder, challenging behaviour, mental health, forensic needs and acquired brain injury within a range of settings including, supported living services, shared housing, residential services and outreach. We encourage 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 a enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment, the disclosure expense will be met by the employer.

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

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