Senior Support Worker
Location: Clapham, Bedford
Hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: £13.71 per hour
Why Join Us?
At CareTech, we’re passionate about empowering people to live fulfilling lives. As a Senior Support Worker, you’ll not only provide direct care and support but also act as a role model and mentor to your colleagues. This is an excellent opportunity to step up, develop your skills, and build a rewarding career in social care.
What We Offer
Competitive pay: £13.71 per hour
28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme
Full induction programme to Care Certificate standards
Free training and funded qualifications in Social Care (including NVQ / Diploma)
Apprenticeships available for those new to the sector
Access to free online learning courses across a variety of topics
DBS check paid by CareTech
Refer a Friend Reward Scheme – earn up to £250 per referral
Stakeholder Pension scheme
Free Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
Annual Employee Awards Evening & recognition schemes
Genuine career progression opportunities
CareTech Foundation – access to grants for family & friends
The Role
As a Senior Support Worker, you’ll support adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. You’ll provide both practical and emotional care while helping individuals lead as independent and fulfilling lives as possible.
Key Responsibilities
Support the daily implementation of individual care and support plans.
Lead by example and mentor junior team members.
Assist with household tasks such as meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning.
Encourage service users to participate in social and community activities.
Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality at all times.
Promote independence, dignity, and choice for every individual.
Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and quality care.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is :
Qualified with NVQ Level 3 / Diploma in Health & Social Care (or willing to work towards it).
Experienced in supporting adults with learning disabilities, challenging behaviour, and / or mental health needs.
Calm under pressure, resilient, and adaptable.
Confident working both independently and as part of a team.
A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
Passionate about supporting vulnerable adults and enabling positive change.
About CareTech
Established in 1994, CareTech Community Services Ltd is one of the UK’s leading providers of specialist social care services. Supporting over 5,000 adults across more than 300 services nationwide, we are committed to delivering high‑quality care pathways for people with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, mental health needs, and complex challenges.
We empower people to live the life they choose – whether that’s finding employment, building friendships, learning new skills, or gaining confidence and independence.
Apply now and start your journey with CareTech. Together, we can make a difference.
(All roles subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check, funded by CareTech. Strictly no agencies.)
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