Support Worker - Male

Caretech UK Ltd; Ashford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday inc. BHs

Free DBS check

Driver allowance (if applicable)

Job summary

CareTech UK Ltd. is recruiting a Support Worker (Male) in Ashford, Kent. This permanent full-time role offers £13.03 per hour and requires being able to drive.

You will provide person-centered support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs, helping with daily living tasks and promoting independence. Training is provided; shift patterns include evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins. DBS check is paid for by CareTech.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and respectful with a positive and resilient approach.
• Good communication skills and basic IT/written abilities.
• Willingness to work unsociable hours on a rota basis.
• Driver preferred but not required.

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 as part of a team.
• Work a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 Diploma

Tools

Driver

Job description

Support Worker - Male - Must Be A Driver

Location: Ashford, Kent

Rate: £13.03 per hour

Permanent | Full-time | 35 hours per week

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 Ashford, Kent, 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!

The Role

• 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.

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 Diploma
• 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

CareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives – this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence.

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 Act 2010.

Strictly no agencies

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days.