Support Worker - Must be a driver

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide essential care to individuals with profound physical and learning disabilities. This role involves implementing personalized support plans, assisting with daily activities, and maintaining effective communication with service users and their families. The ideal candidate will possess a diploma in Health and Social Care and be passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme

FREE training for qualification in Social Care

Access to free online courses

Refer a Friend Reward Scheme

Share Save Scheme

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Carer progression opportunities

CareTech Foundation grants

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Implement individual support plans and activities.
• Assist service users with daily living tasks.
• Maintain accurate records and notes.

Skills

Support for individuals with disabilities

Effective communication

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility in working hours

Education

Diploma in Health and Social Care NVQ Level 3

Willingness to work towards qualification

Job description

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Location:

London, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Support Worker - Clapham Nr Bedford

£12.71 per hour

Various contracted hour shifts available (to suit your lifestyle)

28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme

Full induction programme to Care Certificate Standards

Dedicated learning & development programmes.

We offer Apprenticeships to those with less experience looking to join the Care Sector

We provide FREE training to achieve qualification in Social Care.

Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics

DBS check paid by Caretech prior to starting with us.

Refer a Friend Reward Scheme – earn up to £250 per referral!

Share Save Scheme

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Carer progression within the company.

CareTech Foundation – Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grants.

The Role:

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.

If your best traits are positivity, friendliness and innovation then this job is for you!

Main duties and responsibilities:

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.

The Service:

Albert House is registered for 8 service users, service users have profound Physical and Learning Disabilities and are all wheelchair users, and are aged between 40 – 65 years. The Service Users enjoy going to the local day centre, shops and coffee shops.

Personal Characteristics:

Diploma in Health and Social Care NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent or be willing to work towards one.

Experience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour, learning disabilities and/or mental health issues.

The ability to keep calm under pressure.

The confidence to work alone or as part of a team.

The passion to work with vulnerable adults

The desire and commitment to achieve high standards of safeguarding.

The Organisation:

CareTech Community Services Ltd is a provider 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 people to live in community settings with learning disabilities, severe physical disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder, challenging behaviour, mental health, forensic needs and acquired brain injury within a range of settings including, supported living services, shared housing, residential services and outreach. We encourage people to take control of their lives – this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment, the disclosure expense will be met by the employer.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every applicant. We will be in touch 7-10 days after receipt of your CV if progressing your application to the next stage.