Support Worker - Female

Caretech UK Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend A Friend Bonus

28 Days Holiday

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Stakeholder Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Job summary

CareTech UK Ltd in London is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs. The role offers full-time hours at Lavenders, with a rota that includes evenings, weekends and potential sleep-ins.

The successful candidate will participate in support plans, maintain clear communication, assist with meals, laundry and social activities, and help maintain accurate records. No prior experience required; full training is provided.

Qualifications

• 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 desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Participate in day-to-day implementation of individual support plans and activities.
• Maintain effective communication with service users, families and others while protecting confidentiality.
• Support service users with meals, laundry, cleaning and social events.
• Maintain accurate notes and records as required.
• Work as part of a team to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic IT

Written abilities

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Support Worker - Female

Location: Lavenders, Finchley

Rate: £13.03 per hour

Permanent | Full-time | 35 hours per week (rota-based)

Please note: We are unable to consider Skilled Worker or Student Visa applicants for this 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 Support Workers to join our service in Lavenders

We are recruiting Support Workers to join our service in Lavenders, 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 - Lavenders

Lavenders has 7 Service Users both male and female ranging in age 27 to 68, with Learning Disabilities, Physical Disabilities and Complex Needs. The Service users enjoy trips to the cinema, picnics in the garden, walks in the local park and trips to the local shops.

Lavenders has limited parking but the street parking is free. There is a regular bus service to North Finchley and the train and bus stations are a 30 minute walk.

We are providing individuals with practical and emotional care, enabling them to lead as ordinary life as they can achieve. To help them achieve this you will need to be flexible as you are required to work shifts including bank holidays, weekends and potential sleep ins.

The Role

• To participate in the day to day implementation of individual support plans and activities within a challenging environment.
• To maintain effective communication and liaison with service users, families and others whilst respecting appropriate confidentiality.
• To support service users with the preparation of Meals, Laundry duties, cleaning and social events.
• To maintain accurate notes and records as and when required.
• To work as part of a team to provide high quality care.

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.