Support Worker

Caretech Supplies LLC; Reading; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend Bonus

28 days holiday

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Awards Evening

Recognition Schemes

Career progression & qualifications

CareTech Foundation grant

Job summary

CareTech is recruiting a Support Worker for Magnolia Lodge in Shinfield, near Reading, to support adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. This full-time role involves delivering person-centred support, promoting independence, and assisting with daily living tasks within a rota that includes evenings and sleep-ins.

No previous experience is required; training and a structured induction are provided.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health and Social Care.
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota.
• Enhanced DBS check required (paid for by CareTech).
• Good communication and written abilities; basic IT.
• Driver preference but not essential.

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

Teamwork

Reliability

Flexibility

Basic IT skills

Written ability

Education

Level 2 Health and Social Care

Job description

Support Worker – Driver Preferred

Location: Shinfield, Berkshire
Rate: £13.03 per hour & £78.30 sleep in rate

Permanent | Full-time | 35 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 Shinfield, 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 – Magnolia Lodge

Magnolia Lodge is a care home which provides care for up to ten people with a learning disability.

The home is a large detached building situated on a main road on the outskirts of Reading.

It is situated near to local amenities and public transport.

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 are desirable 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
• 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.

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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