Senior Support Worker

Caretech; Mersham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend A Friend Bonus

Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of BH

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Ongoing training with career progress

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Job summary

CareTech is recruiting a Senior Support Worker for Court Lodge in Mersham to support adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. The role requires delivering person-centred care, assisting with daily living skills, and promoting independence within a small 6-bed service.

The incumbent will work a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins; NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is essential, with strong communication, reliability and

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work autonomously.
• Reliability, flexibility and adaptable to rota-based shifts.
• Competent IT and written skills for record-keeping and reporting.

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 of service users.
• 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

Strong communication

Autonomous working

Reliability & flexibility

IT skills & writing

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Job description

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 deliveringExtraordinary Days, Every Daythrough high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is onempowering 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.
• 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
• 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.