Support Worker: Empower Independence & Wellbeing

Caretech Group; Wigan; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend A Friend Bonus

Up to 28 Days Holiday

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Stakeholder Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

CareTech Royston Close in Royston, Wigan, is recruiting Support Workers to assist adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. The role involves delivering person-centred support, helping with daily living skills, and promoting independence in a supportive environment.

Roles include evening, weekend, bank holiday, and sleep-in shifts. A caring, patient, and reliable approach is essential, with DBS clearance and ongoing training opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Care sector experience is essential.
• Willingness to work towards Level 2 QCF.
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis.
• Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)

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

Caring

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 QCF (Social Care)

Job description

CareTech Royston Close in Royston, Wigan, is recruiting Support Workers to assist adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. The role involves delivering person-centred support, helping with daily living skills, and promoting independence in a supportive environment.

Roles include evening, weekend, bank holiday, and sleep-in shifts. A caring, patient, and reliable approach is essential, with DBS clearance and ongoing training opportunities available.