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Support Worker Location: HarrogateRate: £12.86 per hourPermanent | Full-time | 37.5 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 for a Support Worker to join our services in Harrogate 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 – Bethany House Bethany House is a registered residential care service, supporting adults aged 18+ in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. The service promotes independence, choice, and wellbeing through tailored, person-centred support. 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 craftsDays out such as Theme Parks, Meals out, Social activities, Christmas markets etc.Holidays and short breaksWalks in the local park and communityCooking and baking to develop life skills The Role You will: Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plansAssist with daily living skills and personal care where requiredPromote independence, dignity, and wellbeingSupport activities, appointments, and community accessMaintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a teamWork 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 Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basisExperience of supporting adults with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Complex NeedsDrivers are preferred but no essentialEnhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)Good communication and written skillsAbility to keep calm under pressureConfidence to work alone and also be part of a team (family) What We Offer Recommend A Friend BonusUp to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank HolidaysFree DBS CheckBlue Light CardStakeholder PensionFree Employee Assistance ProgrammeAnnual Employee Awards EveningEmployee Recognition SchemesOngoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree levelCareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant Our Values FriendlyPositiveInnovativeEmpoweringPerson-Centred Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day. About CareTech CareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives – this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days. Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. Strictly no agencies Harrogate - Support Worker [SYS-23381]

Creative Support are looking for warm, reliable and proactive Support Workers to join our team in Bradford to provide quality care and support to individuals with mental health needs. Your role will include: Developing warm and trusting relationships with service users, encouraging them to express their needs, views and concernsWorking in partnership with service users through the recovery process, being flexible and responsive to the individual needs of the service usersHelping service users to develop recovery focused support goals, promoting hope and aspirationRespecting the service users’ right to privacy, ensuring that their dignity is maintained at all times Creative Support’s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Vacancy Reference Number: 83977 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

Our Middleton Park, Leeds service offers specialized, person-centred support for adults with Autistic Spectrum conditions, additional learning disabilities, and mental health needs. We’re seeking calm, resourceful, and enthusiastic individuals who are highly motivated to join our friendly team. In this role, you’ll provide person-centred care and support to tenants, enabling them to participate in all aspects of daily life and enjoy a variety of activities. Your positive communication skills and ability to demonstrate unconditional positive regard for the people we support are essential. The service features a high level of involvement from service users and their families, and we are eager to enhance this further. As a Key Worker or Co-Key Worker, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with the individual’s wider support network to ensure they achieve their aspirations. You’ll embrace all aspects of the role, including personal care, domestic tasks, social engagement, and community activities like walking, swimming, and going to the gym. While prior experience is beneficial, an engaging, creative, and person-centred approach is highly valued. Your personal skills and interests, such as sports, creative arts, music, and cooking, will enrich the lives of our service users. We provide comprehensive training and mentoring to develop your understanding of autism and autism support provision. Additional training specific to the needs of the service users you support will also be provided. Flexibility is required, as the role includes working on a rota that covers evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins, with enhanced payments for sleep-in shifts. Our service offers easy access to the centre of Leeds by bus or car. Join us and make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with complex needs. Vacancy Reference Number:83973 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number. Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are also unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.