Location: Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex
Rate: £13.03 per hour
Bank| Bank | Zero Hour Contract
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 looking for a Bank Support Worker to join our team in Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex. This is a flexible, rewarding role where you’ll provide essential support to adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs, or physical disabilities, helping them live as independently and comfortably as possible.
About the Service – Ashcroft House
This wonderful service is set within a large Victorian detached house - just a 10 minute walk from the seaside.
Ashcroft House support up to 7 Service Users with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, autism, mental health and at times some behaviours which may challenge.
Ashcroft House creates such a warm and welcoming feel, a real home from home atmosphere for their residents. The Service Users who reside at Ashcroft House enjoy horse-riding, going to the cinema and theatre, attending sea life centre's and lots of animal related activities. They equally enjoy picnics in the park, walks on the beach, anything Disney and all have varied music and films preferences – I think it is fair to say, that there is never a dull moment at this 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, 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 Co
Salary description
£13.03 - £13.03 per hour