Job Description
Wake Night Support Worker Location: Croydon Surrey Rate: £13.08 per hour Permanent | Full-time | 30 hours per week Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
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.
We are recruiting Support Workers , 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 - Addington House
Addington House is a warm, six-bedroom residential home in the suburb of Sanderstead, on the border of Croydon. They support adults with learning disabilities, Autism, and behaviours that may challenge, in a safe, inclusive, and person-centred environment.
The home is rated Good by the CQC and is known for its family-style atmosphere. There is a strong sense of togetherness among the people living at Addington House, supported by respectful relationships and a culturally diverse community.
Addington House is led by a consistent, committed team who take pride in providing high-quality, individualised support in a place people can truly call home.
The Role
You will:
To participate in the day to day implementation of individual support plans and activities within a challenging environment.
To maintain effective communication and liaison with service users, families and others whilst respecting appropriate confidentiality.
To support service users with the preparation of Meals, Laundry duties, cleaning and social events.
To maintain accurate notes and records as and when required.
To work as part of a team to provide high quality care.
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.
Requirements
Willingness to work towards Level 2 QCF
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
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.
Apply on jobs.socialcarepeople.co.uk
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