Team Leader

Caretech; Leicester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 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 career progress,

CareTech Foundation - family/friend’s%

Job summary

CareTech is recruiting Support Workers at Huntsman Lodge to enable people with learning disabilities and/or autistic spectrum disorder to enjoy varied activities and develop life skills.

You will deliver person-centred support, assist with daily living and personal care, promote independence and work within a supportive team. A DBS check is required and there are opportunities to pursue Health & Social qualifications.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and respectful approach with good communication and teamwork.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while following individual support plans.

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
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis
• Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)
• Willingness to work towards Health & Social qualification

Skills

Caring

Patient

Respectful

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Health & Social qualification

Job description

The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Support Workers play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including:

• 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 You will:

• 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
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis
• Drivers desirable but not essential
• Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)
• Willingness to work towards Health & Social qualification

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.

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.

About the Service - Huntsman Lodge

Huntsman Lodge is a Supported Living service which provides care and support for people with learning disabilities and/or autistic spectrum disorder 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.

• 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.