Senior Support Worker

CareTech UK; Mersham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend A Friend Bonus

Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of...

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Stakeholder Pension

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Ongoing training with clear career...

CareTech Foundation - grant

Job summary

CareTech is recruiting a Female Senior Support Worker for Court Lodge in Mersham, Ashford. You will provide person-centred care to adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs, on a rota that includes evenings, weekends and sleep-ins.

We expect NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, strong communication, resilience and teamwork. Benefits include 28 days' holiday, DBS check, pension and ongoing training with progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is essential.
• Experience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour, learning disabilities and/or mental health issues.
• The ability to keep calm under pressure.
• Confidence to work alone and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• The passion to work with vulnerable Adults.
• The desire and commitment to achieve high standards of safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support in line with individual with 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 holiday and sleep-ins

Skills

Strong communication skills

Autonomous working

Teamwork

IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Female Senior Support Worker

Rate: £14.03 per hour

Location: Mersham, Ashford

Permanent | Full-time | 37.5 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 Senior Support Worker to join our service in Mersham, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs.

About the Service – Court Lodge

Court Lodge is a small care home which provides care and support for up to 6 people with learning disabilities and mental health diagnoses.

The service is a detached bungalow in a quiet residential area close to local amenities with onsite parking. The service users are aged between 32 – 75 years old and enjoy baking, cricket, shopping and the cinema.

The Role

You will:

• Deliver person-centred support in line with individual with 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 holiday and sleep-ins

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated senior professional who leads with compassion, patience, and respect. You will bring a positive, resilient approach and be confident supporting both individuals and colleagues. Strong communication skills, sound judgement, and the ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively within a team are essential. Reliability, flexibility, and competent IT and written skills are also important to this role.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is essential.
• Experience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour, learning disabilities and/or mental health issues.
• The ability to keep calm under pressure.
• Confidence to work alone and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• The passion to work with vulnerable Adults.
• The desire and commitment to achieve high standards of safeguarding.

What We Offer

• Recommend A Friend Bonus
• Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Free DBS Check
• Blue Light Card
• Stakeholder Pension
• 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
• Innovative
• 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.

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