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Crooton ltd; Crowborough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in payment

Enhancements & Benefits

Job summary

Crooton ltd in Uckfield, East Sussex, is seeking a compassionate Support Care Worker to help individuals with learning disabilities. The role offers a pro rata annual salary and enhances benefits, with rotas arranged in advance to support your life outside work.

You will assist with daily activities, provide emotional support, and join a rota system across 7 days, including a sleep-in option with enhanced pay. Prior care experience is valued but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Experience in care settings or delivering person-centred support.
• NVQ or Care Certificate desirable but not essential.
• Willingness to perform personal care when required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with essential daily activities for individuals.
• Work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins.
• Provide emotional and social support to service users.

Skills

Care experience

Compassion

Flexibility

Education

NVQ or Care Certificate

Job description

Support Care Worker - Uckfield, East Sussex TN22

*£24,785 per annum (pro rata) +Enhancements & Excellent Benefits

Locations: Uckfield, East Sussex TN22

The Opportunity: Make a Real Difference

Are you a compassionate and dedicated person ready for a truly rewarding career?

A Leading National Disability Charity is hiring passionate Support care Workers to join our team in Uckfield, East Sussex TN22

In this vital role, you will make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will support a diverse group of people with unique abilities and needs.

Your Key Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with essential daily activities.

Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, sleep-ins, and holidays.

Providing crucial emotional support.

Contracts & Structured Schedule

We offer flexibility with structured scheduling for a great work-life balance:

Full-Time Contracts: Available at 37.5 or 20 hrs + hours a week.

Mandatory Availability: All applicants must be able to work on a rota system ( FT or PT) over 7 days a week.

Shift Details: -Support Care Worker -Uckfield, East Sussex TN22

All our services are 24hr care. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life!

Days: shift patterns between the hours of 07:00-22:00 ( 9-3, or 3 -10, etc., flexibility)

Occasional Sleep-ins, if required: 22:00 – 07:00 *There is also a sleep-in enhanced flat rate payment of £64.20

What We Look For In You -Support Care Worker -Uckfield, East Sussex TN22

While we provide comprehensive training, we are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with:

Experience: Previous experience in care settings, mental health, or working with individuals with challenging behaviors is highly valued.

Qualifications: An NVQ, Care Certificate, or other healthcare qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Happy with performing personal care when required