Part Time Support Worker

We are recruiting a part time weekend Support Worker to join our service in Mildred Avenue, 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 - Mildred

Mildred Avenue is a Supported Living service for 6 individuals with complex needs. Currently supporting 3 males and 3 females. The service is designed to support them with complex needs to move to a person-centred supported living environment within Hertfordshire. The Service will provide tailored support around the individuals' needs, working with them to help develop their daily living skills, confidence and choice making skills. Promoting Partnership working to ensure they receive the correct level of support to help them manage their emotions and behaviours in a positive manner. Individuals will receive support to enable them to access a range of community-based opportunities of their choice and encourage them to work towards greater independence for the future.

There is free parking for staff and visitors and is clean internally. The service is a brick built building and offers a large garden and patio area.

There are excellent transport links for staff to get to The Avenue to include 3 train stations and buses. The closest train station and bus stop is a 5 minute walk from the service.

Service User Interests

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

The Role

You will:

Free Parking for staff and visitorsDeliver 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

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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