Support Worker - Male

Support Worker / Carer

Potters Bar, Hertfordshire

£13 Per hour

Permanent, Full time

Work hours: 30.0

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Job description

Male Support Worker

Location: Potters Bar, Hertfordshire
Rate: £13.03 per hour

Permanent | Full-time | 30 hours per week (rota-based)

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 to join our service in Potters Bar, 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 - Morven House

Rated GOOD by CQC, Morven House is a prestigious and beautiful Georgian building that is very welcoming and boasts a fun and homely atmosphere. It has a fantastic garden, and unusually for a Supported Living Site has 2 communal lounges - which are utilised a lot by their 10 Service Users. The current Service Users in situ are all male and aged between 20 - 57 years of age. All have autism and varying levels of learning disabilities with come challenging behaviour and limited communication. That said, all are VERY active, and are incredibly sociable. A number of outings are arranged from Morven House to Thorpe Park and similar places. Other activities enjoyed are dancing (continuously for one of our Service User's), BBQ's, swimming, bowling, adventure parks, going on walks, music, arts and crafts, attending Day Centres, sensory rooms, shopping, eating out, gaming, with one Service User attending college, and another who is in paid employment. 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.

Application

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