Bank Support Worker

Bank Support Worker

Location:             Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex

Rate:                    £13.03 per hour

Bank| Zero Hour Contract

Please note: We may be unable to support applications where Home Office visa restrictions prevent candidates from meeting the full contractual hours or requirements of the 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 looking for a Bank Support Worker to join our team in Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex. This is a flexible, rewarding role where you’ll provide essential support to adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs, or physical disabilities, helping them live as independently and comfortably as possible.

About the Service – Ashcroft House

This wonderful service is set within a large Victorian detached house - just a 10 minute walk from the seaside.

Ashcroft House support up to 7 Service Users with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, autism, mental health and at times some behaviours which may challenge.

Ashcroft House creates such a warm and welcoming feel, a real home from home atmosphere for their residents. The Service Users who reside at Ashcroft House enjoy horse-riding, going to the cinema and theatre, attending sea life centre's and lots of animal related activities. They equally enjoy picnics in the park, walks on the beach, anything Disney and all have varied music and films preferences – I think it is fair to say, that there is never a dull moment at this service!

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 crafts

Days out such as Theme Parks, Meals out, Social activities, Christmas markets etc.

Holidays and short breaks

Walks in the local park and community

Cooking and baking to develop life skills

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

Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis

Drivers desirable but not essential

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.

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