Support Worker

Caretech; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£500 Welcome bonus

£1000 Refer a Friend bonus

Full-time induction

Career development with specialist培训

Exclusive retailer discounts

24/3 support helpline & CareTechFound

Job summary

CareTech in Hartburn is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist children and young people in a residential setting. You will help with daily routines, meals, and activities while fostering a caring, secure home environment.

No prior care experience is required; transferable skills from retail, hospitality, customer service, education, sports coaching or community roles are welcomed. A full-time contract with induction and development is offered.

Qualifications

• You do not need previous care experience.
• Transferable skills from retail, hospitality, customer service, education, sports coaching or community roles are welcome.
• Experience in residential settings, mental health, autism, learning disabilities or SEN is valued.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines: getting ready for school, meals, and activities.
• Create a warm, homely environment with light housekeeping.
• Build positive relationships and provide emotional support.
• Plan and take part in activities such as outdoor trips and creative sessions.
• Keep essential records and use electronic care recording systems; training provided.

Skills

Daily routines support

Relationship building

Tools

Electronic care records

Clearcare (advantage)

Job description

Role: Support Worker
Location: Hartburn
Pay: £28,891 to £30,888 per annum dependant on qualifications

Become a Support Worker in Children's Residential Care

If you are a caring, resilient and motivated individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of children and young people, this could be the role for you. You do not need previous care experience. We welcome applicants with transferable skills from retail, hospitality, customer service, education, sports coaching or community roles, as well as those with experience in residential settings, mental health, autism, learning disabilities or SEN.

At Spark of Genius, we support children and young people to grow, develop and achieve their potential in a safe and nurturing residential environment. Every conversation, shared activity and moment of encouragement helps build trust and confidence.

What You’ll Do

• As a Support Worker, you will support young people with their daily routines; getting them ready for school, preparing meals and planning activities
• Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping
• Build positive relationships and provide emotional support
• Plan and take part in activities such as outdoor trips and creative sessions
• Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care
• Use electronic care recording systems on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people’s records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Why Join Us?

• £500 Welcome bonus
• £1000 Refer a Friend bonus
• Full time contract with paid induction
• Career development with specialist training
• Exclusive discounts at major retailers
• 24/3 support through a helpline and CareTech Foundation

Your Next Step

This is more than a job. It is a chance to build a meaningful career supporting children and young people.

If you are compassionate, reliable and ready to start or develop your career as a support worker, apply today.

Safeguarding Statement

CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.

Apply through our website.