Support Worker - Must be a driver

TN United Kingdom; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in social care is seeking a Support Worker in Rickmansworth. The role involves driving service users to appointments and supporting them with daily activities. Candidates should hold a D1 License and have a Diploma in Health and Social Care or be willing to obtain one. The position offers a comprehensive induction, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme

FREE training to achieve qualification in Social Care

Access to free online courses

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Carer progression within the company

Refer a Friend Reward Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour, learning disabilities, and/or mental health issues.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Support service users with daily activities and maintain accurate records.
• Drive service users to appointments and activities.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Passion for care

Education

Diploma in Health and Social Care NVQ Level 3

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Rickmansworth, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

19.05.2025

Expiry Date:

03.07.2025

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Job Description:

SUPPORT WORKER - Must hold a D1 License & Drive Manual

Driver required to support service users on appointments, day trips etc using the service vehicle

35 hours per week (inc weekends and bank holidays )

28 days 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!

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Carer progression within the company.

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

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.

* Responsible for driving Service Users to various activities, day centres and appointments.

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.

CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a “Disability Confident Leader”.

Successful candidates will be required to complete an 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.