Location: Sherwood Nottingham
Rate: £12.72 per hour
Permanent | Full-time | 37.5 hours per week 12 hour shifts, working across 7 days days and nights Weekends included in all shift patterns. 12 hour shifts consist of 7-15:19:30, 09:15-21:30 or 19:15-07:30.
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 a Support Worker to join our service in Sherwood, 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 - Sherwood
Sherwood supports 16 men and women between the ages of 18 and 65 whom have mental health disorders and mild intellectual disability.
The service is located on the outskirts of Nottingham city centre, easily accessible by bus and tram. There is also parking at the service. The team work with the residents to maximise mental wellbeing, physical health, social functioning and improve quality of life
The Role
You will:
To assist the senior team with the assessment of individual tenant needs, planning, delivery and evaluation of care for a number of individuals or groups of tenants / tenants, including following the clinical risk assessment plan.
To exercise a reasonable and agreed degree of professional autonomy and make judgements and decisions in order to satisfy the expectations and demands of the job.
To undertake clinical work-related tasks as delegated by senior staff, following appropriate training and assessment of competency.
To undertake clinical supervision to further develop competence and clinical practice.
To liaise effectively with all stakeholders in the care process, including carers and relatives, aspiring to provide an effective, seamless and integrated service to tenants.
To maintain accurate, legible records of care provided, based upon the care plan incorporating all relevant communication and liaison.This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties following appropriate discussion with their line manager.
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 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 grantOur Values
Friendly
Positive
Innovative
Empowering
Person-CentredApply 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
Salary description
£12.72 - £12.72 per hour