Support Worker

Caretech Supplies LLC; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friend Bonus

Holiday Allowance

Free DBS

Blue Light Card

Pension

Employee Support

Awards Evening

Career Progression

CareTech Foundation

Job summary

CareTech is seeking a Support Worker in Birmingham to assist adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs. The role involves delivering person-centred support, helping with daily living skills and personal care, and promoting independence and wellbeing.

Full training and induction are provided, with rota-based hours and a 37.5 weekly commitment. The service, Coveberry Oldbury, is a registered hospital setting with multiple beds and flats, located in a residential area with

Qualifications

• Demonstrates caring, patient and respectful attitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

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.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

IT literacy

Reliability

Education

Level 2 Health and Social Care

Job description

Support Worker
Location: Birmingham
Rate: £13.09 per hour
Permanent | Full-time | 37.5 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 for Support Workers for our service in Birmingham, 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 - Coveberry Oldbury

Coveberry Oldbury is a registered locked rehabilitation Hospital with 13 en-suite bedrooms and 2 independent flats for men, aged 18 years+, with Learning difficulties, ASC and/or mental health diagnosis.

The service is situated in a residential area in Oldbury, there are accessible transport links to Birmingham City centre, Wolverhampton and Dudley.

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

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 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.

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.

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