Support Worker

Caretech; Mersham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 28 Days Holiday

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Career progression

Job summary

CareTech is seeking a Support Worker in Mersham to provide person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. You will help with daily living skills and community access, while maintaining records and working as part of a team.

Role includes evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins on a rota. Training is provided, including progression toward Level 2 in Health and Social Care.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and respectful attitude.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and basic IT/written abilities.
• Flexible and reliable with rota-based hours.
• Willing to work towards Level 2 in Health and Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support in line with individual 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 as part of a team.
• Work a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Basic IT

Written abilities

Education

Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Permanent | Full-time | 35 hours per week (rota-based)

Please note: 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

Mersham, 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 – Anderida

Anderida currently provides support for three gentleman with Mild LD, Mental Health and Acquired Brain Injury. The Service Users enjoy going to our Day center and Sensory Interaction.

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 in Health and Social Care
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis
• Drivers is desired but not essential
• 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 EveningEmployee 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.