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Caretech; Texas; On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend A Friend Bonus

Up to 28 Days Holiday

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Ongoing training with clear career进ion

CareTech Foundation - Family andFriend

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Job summary

CareTech in Oldham is recruiting a Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs with daily living, independence and community activities.

You will deliver person-centred support in line with individual plans, help with daily living skills and personal care, and maintain accurate records as part of a close team. This is a permanent, full-time role, 37.5 hours per week on a rota including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis.
• Experience delivering person-centred support.
• Experience supporting adults with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs.
• Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)
• Good communication and written skills
• Ability to keep calm under pressure
• Confidence to work alone and also be part of a team (family)

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

Communication skills

Basic IT

Written skills

Job description

Permanent | Full-time | 37.5 hours per week (rota-based)

Please note: We may be unable to support applications where Home Office visa restrictions prevent candidates from meeting the full contractual hours or requirements of the 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 for a Support Worker to join our services in Oldham 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 – Bardsley Vale

Bardsley Vale is a registered residential care service, supporting adults aged 18+ in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. The service promotes independence, choice, and wellbeing through tailored, person-centred support.

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

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.

Requirements

• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis


• Experience of supporting adults with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs


• Drivers are preferred but no essential


• Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)


• Good communication and written skills


• Ability to keep calm under pressure


• Confidence to work alone and also be part of a team (family)

What We Offer

• Recommend A Friend Bonus


• Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays


• Free DBS Check


• Blue Light Card


• 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


• 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.

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

Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

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