Regrettably we are not currently able to offer sponsorship opportunities About the Company For over 30 years, Crossroads Caring for Life has been a leading charity supporting thousands of people across Hertfordshire. As one of the Top 5 Charities to work for in the UK, we’re proud to be an award-winning, 3-Star World Class organisation, as recognised by Best Companies in 2024—an achievement we’ve maintained for five consecutive years. With over a decade of “Good” ratings from the Care Quality Commission (CQC), we’ve built a reputation as a trusted name in care. According to our 2024 staff survey, 98% of colleagues said they love working here, and 90% feel their manager cares about them as individuals. Are you looking for a role where you can make a real impact, enjoy a great work-life balance, and feel truly valued? Crossroads Caring for Life is recruiting passionate Support Workers to join our friendly and diverse team in Hertfordshire. Why should I apply for this Support Worker job? • Flexibility: Guaranteed income is available for regular out-of-hours work, but we also offer flexible zero-hour shifts, including school-time hours, so you can choose what suits your lifestyle! • Competitive Pay o Respite Calls: £12.60/hour o Homecare Calls: £14.25/hour (Mon-Fri, 7am-6pm) | £14.75/hour (Mon-Fri, 6pm-10pm) | £15.25/hour (Weekends)£16.25/hour (Bank Holidays) • Paid Travel & Mileage: Up to 1 hour paid travel time between calls, and 45p per mile! • Employee Benefits: - Pension scheme and company sick pay. • Paid accredited training and induction. • Company phone provided. • Free DBS checks. • Dedicated Mental Health First Aiders for support. • Recognised as one of the top 3 organisations in the UK for Wellbeing contributions by Best Companies—because your wellbeing is just as important as our clients. • Wellbeing Focus • Referral Bonus: Earn rewards for bringing friends or family into the team. • Access to Blue Light Card discounts. Care Professional Academy Rewards include: • Hertfordshire-based Rewards • Student Discount Packages • Access to a Student Card - usually exclusive to university students! • Care Professional Rewards: Discount codes, cashback and savings on over 800 UK retailers including Sainsbury’s, Argos, Boots, Marks & Spencer, Tesco, John Lewis/Waitrose, Apple, Pizza Hut and many more. • Discounts on travel including bus ticket discounts, reduced servicing, and car leasing. And a lot more What does this Support Worker job involve? Hours of Work:Up To 37.5 Hours Per Week - Shifts: 7am-6pm / 6pm - 10pm Some Weekend Work • Support our clients to live independently in their own homes. • Build meaningful relationships with regular, local clients, with a minimum of 30-minute call times. • Take advantage of further medical condition-specific training to develop your skills. Am I the right person for this Support Worker job? • UK License access to vehicle • We believe in nurturing talent and will provide fully paid training, accredited by the Hertfordshire Care Providers Association, to help you succeed. • We also offer ongoing professional development to support your career growth. Regrettably we are not currently able to offer sponsorship opportunities