Support Worker

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Purley (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend A Friend Bonus

Up to 28 Days Holiday

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Career progression opportunities

CareTech Foundation grant access

Job summary

CareTech Community Services in Purley is recruiting Support Workers to assist adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. This role offers a rewarding, long-term career with full training and a structured induction.

You will provide person-centred support, help with daily living tasks, promote independence and wellbeing, and work a rota including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins. No experience needed—we provide training.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and patience with adults.
• Willingness to complete training and induction.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on your own when needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support in line with individual plans.
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care when required.
• Promote independence, dignity and wellbeing.
• Support activities, appointments and community access.
• Maintain accurate records and work within a team.
• Work a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins.

Skills

Communication skills

IT basics

Written abilities

Reliability

Education

Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

We are recruiting Support Workers to join our service in Purley, 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 – Russell Villa

Russell Villa is a residential service based in Purley and provides care and support for up to 8 people with learning and physical difficulties.

The service is set in a peaceful location with a beautiful large garden for the service users.

It has good public transport links to London, with onsite parking. It is also very close to the 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

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

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.

No previous experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we’ll provide full training and a structured induction programme.

Requirements

• Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health and Social Care
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis
• Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)

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.