At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs.
- Company: CareTech, a leading provider of specialist social care in the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, up to 28 days holiday, free DBS check, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Join a friendly team with clear career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while building a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: Caring attitude, good communication skills, and a Category D1 driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 13.03 - 13.03 £ per hour.
Location: Cottenham, Cambridge
Rate: £13.03 per hour
Permanent | Full-time | 35 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 Support Workers to join our service in Cottenham, 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 – and truly make a difference!
About the Service – La Marsh
Rated Good by CQC, La Marsh is registered for 6 service users who have a diagnosis of severe learning, complex and physical difficulties as well as dementia. All are wheelchair users. The Service is close to public transport links and is easily commutable from Cambridge. La Marsh is easily within walking distance of local amenities as well as enjoying its beautiful village location. La Marsh’s warm and friendly atmosphere is inviting to anyone who resides or visits. The staff strives to make the Service Users' lives as fulfilled as possible.
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:
- Caring, patient, respectful, with a positive and resilient approach
- Confident working independently and within a team
- Good communication skills
- Basic IT and written abilities
- 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
- Category D1 Driver’s licence is essential
- Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)
Equality & Diversity:
Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
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
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.
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