Do you want to make a difference to the lives of others? Why not join our team Hunters Lodge has free on-site parking, and excellent transport links - being a 10 minute walk from the station and also just only a 2 minute walk from the bus stop At Hunters Lodge, the established and friendly staffing team support 12 Service Users who have learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health, autism and epilepsy. The Service Users at Hunters Lodge are very active; they enjoy going to the cinema, theatre, attending football matches, going for meals out and much more… When in the service, they enjoy socialising together in their fantastic garden, arts and crafts, music sessions, magnetic darts, aromatherapy sessions, table top games and sometime simply just relaxing in their communal lounge The Caretech Group is a Sponsored Employer but our sponsorship programme is currently full. Please only apply if you have an existing right-to-work in the UK that doesn’t require sponsorship and you are not currently under an existing sponsorship BANK SUPPORT WORKER - Must be able to cover shifts at the weekend 0 hours per week £11.94 per hour Benefits: 0 hour contract 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme Full induction programme to Care Certificate Standards Dedicated learning & development programmes. We offer Apprenticeships to those with less experience looking to join the Care Sector We provide FREE training to achieve qualification in Social Care. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics DBS check paid by Caretech prior to starting with us. Refer a Friend Reward Scheme – earn up to £250 per referral Stakeholder Pension Share Save Scheme Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee recognition schemes Carer progression within the company. CareTech Foundation – Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grants. Main duties and responsibilities: To participate in the day to day implementation of individual support plans and activities within a challenging environment. To maintain effective communication and liaison with service users, families and others whilst respecting appropriate confidentiality. To support service users with the preparation of Meals, Laundry duties, cleaning and social events. To maintain accurate notes and records as and when required. To work as part of a team to provide high quality care. Personal Characteristics: Diploma (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care or be willing to work towards one. Experience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour, physical disabilities, learning disabilities and/or mental health issues. The ability to keep calm under pressure. The confidence to work alone or as part of a team. Excellent communication skills The passion to work with vulnerable adults The desire and commitment to achieve high standards of safeguarding. The Organisation: 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. Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment, the disclosure expense will be met by the employer. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every applicant. We will be in touch 7-10 days after receipt of your CV if progressing your application to the next stage. Some of our roles require male or female employees only, where this is indicated it is a genuine occupational requirement, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. STRICTLY NO AGENCIES