We are recruiting for a Support Worker to join our service in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, preverbal and wheelchair users. 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 – Ashwood Place
Ashwood Place is an 8 bedded residential service for adults with Learning Disability, Physical disability, Epilepsy and Adults on the Spectrum. Person centred care is very important to us at Ashwood Place. As a team, we focus on the abilities of the people we support and promote learning of new skills, thereby promoting independence and an improved quality of life. We have an open culture where staff feel safe to challenge bad practise, learn from mistakes, share knowledge and lessons learnt. The people we support are involved in the day-to-day running of their home.
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:
Swimming
Buccia games
Bowling
Meals out in restaurant of choice
Holidays at least one per year
Shopping
Cinema
Bus ride or walks
Winter wonderland
….and lots more
The Role
You will:
Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans
Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required
Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing
Support activities, appointments, and community access
Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team
Work 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 basis
Must Be Driver
Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)
What We Offer
Recommend A Friend Bonus
Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays
Free DBS Check
Blue Light Card
Stakeholder Pension
Free Employee Assistance Programme
Annual Employee Awards Evening
Employee Recognition Schemes
Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level
CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant
Our Values
Friendly
Positive
Innovative
Empowering
Person-Centred
Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day.
About CareTech
Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support.
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
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