Overview
CareTech, Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom — Support Worker
Location: Sutton Coldfield, England
Contract: Full Time (Permanent)
Working hours: 40 per week
Salary: £13.36 - £14.11 per hour
Closing Date: Monday 27 October 2025
What You’ll Do
As a Support Worker you will support young people with learning disabilities aged 3–18 in daily routines, personal care, preparing for school, meal times, and planning activities through to bedtime. You will:
* Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping.
* Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
* Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, cinema nights, or creative projects.
* Keep essential records for high-quality care.
Work patterns include long day shifts with early starts, late evenings, weekends, and planned sleep-ins within the rotas.
Location and Setting
Based in our welcoming home in Sutton Coldfield. Our spaces are designed to inspire joy and comfort for young people with a focus on sensory needs, safety, belonging, and inclusive support.
Who You Are
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Transferable skills from care, education, mental health, or customer service are valued. Key attributes include:
* Warm, patient, and caring with a focus on others
* No experience needed – full training provided
* A real desire to make a difference every day
* Must hold a manual driving licence (vehicles provided at the home)
* Ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends and sleep-ins
Benefits and Why Join Us
* Full-time contract
* Competitive salary
* A welcoming home environment
* Supportive team culture
* Fully funded induction and Enhanced DBS
* Career progression with funded qualifications (Levels 3-5)
* £1000 Recommend A Friend bonus
* Exclusive discounts at major retailers
* 24/7 support and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation
Safeguarding
CareTech is committed to safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references for roles involving vulnerable groups.
Note: This description reflects responsibilities and requirements for the Support Worker role at CareTech in Sutton Coldfield and may be subject to change.
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