Support Worker

Caretech UK Ltd; Telford; In loco; GBP 15.000 - 21.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Recommend A Friend Bonus

Up to 28 Days Holiday incl Bank Hols

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Stakeholder Pension

Employee Assistance Program

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Training and career progression to deg

CareTech Foundation grant

Descrizione del lavoro

CareTech UK Ltd in Telford is seeking a Support Worker to deliver person-centred assistance in clients' homes. You will assist with daily living tasks, promote independence and participate in community activities, with duties including evenings and weekends on a rota.

The role requires a caring, patient and respectful approach, good communication, and a willingness to work flexible hours. DBS clearance is provided by CareTech.

Competenze

• Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health and Social Care.
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis.
• Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech).
• Driver's license is desirable but not essential.

Mansioni

• Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans.
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care.
• 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.

Conoscenze

Caring

Patient

Respectful

Communication

Formazione

Level 2 Health & Social Care

Strumenti

IT basics

Descrizione del lavoro

Support Worker

Location: Telford

Rate: £12.79 per hour

Permanent Contract | Full-Time| 36 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.

Role specific criteria:

• General domestic duties in the home
• General cleaning
• Personal care
• Cooking
• Upkeep of infection control practices
• Support in community, to activities and to appointments
• Documentation and recording
• Medication administration
• Following policies and procedures
• Good communication skills
• Checking and documenting finances in the home

The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Support Workers play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including:

• Arts and crafts
• Days out such as Theme Parks, Meals out, Social activities, Christmas markets etc.
• Holidays and short breaks
• Walks in the local park and community
• Cooking and baking to develop life skills

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.

Requirements

• Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health and Social Care
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis
• Drivers desirable 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
• 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