Support Worker

Support Worker - Must be a driver

Location: Harrietsham, KentRate: £13.54 per hourPermanent Full Time 37.50 hours per week (rota-based)

Please note: We are unable to consider Skilled Worker or Student Visa applicants for this 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.

About The Service - Harriett House

Harriet House, is a Supported Living Service, part of The CareTech Group, opened its doors for the very first time last August 2020 comprising of 10 luxurious flats with only 2 vacancies left . The experienced and fantastic team at Harriet House support service users with learning disabilities, mental health, autism, challenging behaviour and physical needs.

Most of the tenants have their own mobility cars and love to get out and about living their live to the up most.

The service is easy to get for most towns and is situated just outside of Maidstone off the A20. Harriet House has on-site parking and a local bus service which takes 20 minutes from Maidstone and 30 minutes from Ashford and runs hourly.

Most none drivers use the train station that is a short walk away and trains run every 30 minutes from Maidstone and Ashford.

The Role

You will:

Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plansAssist with daily living skills and personal care where requiredPromote independence, dignity, and wellbeingSupport activities, appointments, and community accessMaintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a teamWork 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 DiplomaAbility to work unsociable hours on a rota basisDrivers desirable but not essentialEnhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)

What We Offer

Recommend A Friend BonusUp to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank HolidaysFree DBS CheckBlue Light CardStakeholder PensionFree Employee Assistance ProgrammeAnnual Employee Awards EveningEmployee Recognition SchemesOngoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree levelCareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend's grant

Our Values

FriendlyPositiveInnovativeEmpoweringPerson-Centred

Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day.

About CareTech

CareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers 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 vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support 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.

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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