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Caretech; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 19,286,000 - 23,419,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer-a-Friend Bonus

28 days holiday

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Career progression & qualifications

CareTech Foundation grant

Job summary

CareTech is recruiting a Support Worker for Normandy House, Milton Keynes, to assist adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs. The role involves delivering person-centred support and aiding daily living skills in a small care home setting.

You’ll work a rota including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins, with full training provided and DBS coverage. A commitment to dignity, independence and wellbeing is essential.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards Level 2 Diploma.
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota.
• Enhanced DBS required (paid 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

Communication skills

Patience

Teamwork

Basic IT skills

Education

Level 2 Diploma (willingness to pursue)

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Rate: £13.03 per hour + £78.30 per sleep-in

Permanent | Part-time | 21 hours per week (rota-based)

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 a Support Worker to join our service in Milton Keynes, 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 – Normandy House

Normandy House in Shenley Lodge, Milton Keynes is a small care home specialising in the provision of services relating to accommodation for persons with dementia and learning disabilities. There is off road parking to the front of the house and an accessible rear garden.

The Role

You will:

• 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
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis
• 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
• 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
• Empowering
• Person-Centred

About CareTech

Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support.

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.