Offering a casual/ bank or part-time hours
As a valued member of our team, your role as a Support Worker will focus on making a positive difference in the lives of people with intellectual disabilities and mental health challenges.
This casual or part-time opportunity may suit people seeking flexible working arrangements. It can be ideal for those balancing work with childcare, school hours, or other commitments.
We can discuss available hours, shift patterns, and how the role can fit around your availability.
Every day is different. While some situations can be challenging, the opportunity to make a meaningful difference is highly rewarding.
As a Support Worker, you will build positive relationships, support people to achieve their goals, and develop valuable skills.
You will receive training and guidance to help you understand and apply Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches.
PBS focuses on improving quality of life by understanding individual needs, encouraging positive outcomes, and reducing situations that may cause distress.
You will use these approaches daily to provide consistent, person-centred support in a safe and caring environment.
Being a Support Worker is about much more than supporting behaviours.
You will help people enjoy everyday experiences, take part in activities they love, build confidence, and develop independence.
You will support routines that create purpose, connection, and belonging.
Person-centred care will guide everything you do. You will work alongside your team and follow individual support plans.
Your support will help each person work towards their goals and live a fulfilling life.
If you are caring, reliable, and enjoy variety, this role could be a great fit.
Join our team and make a real difference while working hours that suit your lifestyle.
THE HOME
Bridge House is a warm and inviting residence for 5 service users. Our dedicated team, comprising 10 day support workers and 2 attentive waking night staff, ensures round-the-clock care. With a compassionate and experienced registered manager leading our devoted management team, we provide a spacious and comfortable home where every individual is cared for and supported.
SUPPORT WORKER SHIFTS
The role of Support Worker is offered on a casual or part-time basis, with hours to be discussed and agreed. You may be required to work a mixture of early and late shifts, including some weekends and bank holidays, depending on the needs of the service. This is not an overnight role.
Shift patterns and start and finish times can be discussed and may offer some flexibility. Typical shift times are as follows:
Qualification and Experience required
We seek individuals with a sincere passion for caring for others, and prior experience is not required. We offer training and opportunities for career advancement as you develop. However, possessing professional or personal experience in delivering care, especially with adults with learning difficulties, would be advantageous.
If you lack a Care Certificate, we will arrange certification for you during your induction.
Additionally, the Support Worker role has straightforward requirements:
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Competent in written English
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Basic numeracy skills
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Driven and enthusiastic
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM AS A SUPPORT WORKER
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Clear career and personal development pathway (including employer funded professional study)
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Employer pension contribution scheme
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Private healthcare
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Full health and wellbeing support
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Great company recognition programme (including longevity awards, KUDOS, Employee of the Month, FREE staff lottery, CareFriends recognition bonus payments)
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Comprehensive induction
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Employee referral scheme
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Free meals / fruit on shift
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DBS check - we cover the cost of your DBS check
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Access to many other benefits: Blue Light Card; Concerts for Carers; Discounts for Carers +
Most importantly, you will be valued for the work you do, and we highly regard a good work and home-life balance.
ABOUT US
Cartref Homes was established in 1996 to provide leading levels of care to young adults with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours. We are proud of our achievements as we help vulnerable adults to lead more fulfilling and independent lives.
We firmly believe that the support worker plays a crucial role, influencing the very essence of a service user's life. It's the daily interactions that not only shape the quality and trust of their experience but also have the power to bring profound joy to the employee. To support you in doing the best job possible, we ensure access to comprehensive resources, including thorough training and professional services such as social workers and medical professionals.
We are based in Sittingbourne, Kent with facilities throughout Swale, Maidstone and Sevenoaks, and we have a rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission.
Join us and be part of a team dedicated to enhancing lives yours and those you support.
RECRUITING PROCESS
We manage a rigorous, fair recruitment process and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced disclosure as we undertake criminal record checks
Thank you for your interest in working for Cartref Homes. We hope to be in touch with you very shortly.
