Female Support Worker Location: Ramsgate, kent 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 seeking a compassionate, engaging, and enthusiastic Female Support Worker to provide dedicated support to an individual in her own home and local community. The lady we support has a passion for arts and crafts, so we are looking for someone who will enjoy participating in creative activities and encouraging her interests. A friendly personality, positive outlook, and a good sense of humour are essential, as building a fun and engaging relationship is important to her. In her own words, she enjoys "having a laugh and a bit of banter." The role involves supporting a full-time wheelchair user with a range of daily activities and promoting independence. Applicants must be able to safely carry out the physical aspects of the role and be comfortable supporting an active lifestyle both at home and in the community. About the Service – Hereson House Hereson House provides care and support for up to 19 adults and is made up of 5 shared flats within 2 buildings with an established friendly team located close to the beach. Good parking facilities onsite with local transport.. Service User Interests The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Support Workers play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including: 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 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 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
Support Worker - Female in Ramsgate employer: CareTech UK
CareTech is an exceptional employer dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centred care in a supportive and empowering environment. Located in the picturesque rural setting of Bethersden, our team enjoys a collaborative work culture that values kindness, flexibility, and reliability, while offering opportunities for personal and professional growth. With competitive pay and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs, joining CareTech means being part of a mission to create 'Extraordinary Days, Every Day'.
