Support Workers

Caretech; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend A Friend Bonus

Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of BH

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Stakeholder Pension

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Ongoing training with clear career/pro

CareTech Foundation - family/friend’s

Job summary

CareTech is recruiting Support Workers to join our Bradford service Templefield House, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs. You will deliver person-centred support, assist with daily living skills and promote independence and wellbeing.

You’ll work a rota including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins, with opportunities for training and career progression. Experience in care is preferred; DBS checks are provided and a health/social qualification path is

Qualifications

• Caring and compassionate approach to supporting adults.
• Good communication with service users, families, and team.
• Willingness to learn and follow individual support plans.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and environments.

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

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Flexible

Reliability

Basic IT

Job description

We are recruiting Support Workers to join our service in Bradford, 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 - Templefield House

Templefield House is a residential supported living facility which provides care and support for people with learning disabilities and/or autistic spectrum disorder, mental health, complex and challenging behaviour who enjoy a wide range of hobbies from Bowling and Swimming to Dance and Music.

There is easy access to public transport and it is close to local shops.

Service User Interests

• Arts and crafts
• Days out such as Theme Parks, Meals out, Social activities, Christmas markets etc.
• Holidays and short breaks
• Walks in the local park and community
• Cooking and baking to develop life skills

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

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., Exprience in a care environment with challenging behaviour preffered

Willingness to work towards a health and social qualification

Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis

Drivers desirable but not essential

Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)

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.

• 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.