Support Worker

Cartref Homes UK Ltd; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in pay £67.50 per shift

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Health and wellbeing support

Job summary

Cartref Homes UK Ltd is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist a tenant with learning disabilities. The role is offered part-time or bank basis, with a focus on one-to-one support in an annexe on the family land.

You will join an experienced team, providing practical help and companionship to enhance daily living and participation in community activities. The role emphasizes flexibility, patient and kind approach, and opportunities for training and development within a supportive

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to tenant with intellectual disabilities and communication needs.
• Assist with day-to-day activities and attend community events.
• Offer encouragement and support through life’s challenges.
• Work in a paired setting within an annexe located on the tenant’s family land.

Job description

An exceptional opportunity for a female Support Worker to join our team on a part-time or bank basis. You'll provide one-to-one support to a tenant with intellectual disabilities and communication needs, working alongside an experienced team.

The successful candidate will work in pairs within an annexe located on the tenants family land. You'll support the tenant with day-to-day activities, attend community events and activities, and provide encouragement and support through life's challenges.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to someone's life. You'll work alongside an experienced team who will provide the support and guidance you need to succeed in the role.

Were looking for someone who has a genuine interest in supporting others and who is kind, patient, resilient and has a good sense of fun. Previous care experience is not essential, although experience of supporting people with learning disabilities or communication needs would be an advantage.

As a Support Worker with us, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive hourly rate of pay
• £67.50 payment for each sleep-in shift worked
• Great company recognition programme, including awards for longevity, KUDOS, Employee of the Month and Care Friends recognition bonus payments for exceptional performance
• Blue Light Card offering discounts across a wide range of goods and services
• Free meals whilst on duty
• Free parking
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Employer-funded professional study and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme
• Full health and wellbeing support package
• Opportunities for career progression and development
• A positive working environment where we value staff wellbeing and a healthy work/life balance

SHIFTS / HOURS FOR PART-TIME / BANK

This is a part-time or bank position, offering flexibility around your existing commitments.

Shifts include a mixture of early and late shifts, with some weekends and bank holidays. Sleep-in shifts may also be available at £67.50 per night.

Bank staff can choose shifts subject to availability, while part-time staff will agree their regular working pattern and contracted hours with us.

• Early: 7:30 am to 3 pm
• Late: 2:30 pm to 10 pm