Support Worker

Support Worker Location: Ashford, Kent Rate: £13.03 per hour Permanent | Full-time | 35 hours per week 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: Orchard House Orchard House is a small, friendly home which provides care and support for up to 10 people with learning and physical disabilities. The age of the service users are 31 to 66. They support 2 females and 8 males in this service. The service users at Orchard House have different needs. They support people with autism, epilepsy, mental health needs, Angelman syndrome, as well as people wheelchair bound. There is easy access to public transport, regular busses which stop 50 yards from the service. There is also onsite parking and it is close to the international train station as well as local shops. 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 Diploma Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis Drivers desirable but not essential 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 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 Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. #J-18808-Ljbffr