Support Worker in Stoke-on-Trent inStoke-on-Trent PUBLISHED WED 5 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
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Employer-paid enhanced DBS — no upfront cost to start
£12.36/hr plus Blue Light Discount and £500 Recommend‑a‑Friend bonus — extra pay and savings
36 contracted hours in Hanley — stable full‑time shifts that suit family routines
Ongoing learning and clear career progression with a nationwide, professional provider (CareTech)
Free Employee Assistance Programme and CareTech Foundation grants — practical support for family and wellbeing
Person‑centred, community-facing role supporting mental health, autism and learning disabilities — having a car boosts flexibility
Caretech is recruiting a Support Worker for a permanent, full‑time role in Hanley, Stoke‑on‑Trent (ST1 4AF). This 36‑hour position pays £12.36 per hour (Job ref: 21735) and is focused on person‑centred support for adults with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities. You will help people live independently and access their communities — supporting with appointments, day‑to‑day activities and tailored outcome measures — within well‑established specialist services. An enhanced DBS is required before you start and the disclosure cost is covered by the employer. Please note we cannot consider skilled or student visa applicants. Closing date: 4 December 2025.
This opportunity suits experienced carers or supported‑living staff who communicate clearly, write well, stay calm under pressure and can work confidently on their own or as part of a nurturing team. Caretech’s values — friendly, positive, empowering and person‑centred — underpin practical perks such as a £500 Recommend a Friend bonus (subject to successful completion of a six‑month probation), Blue Light Discount Card, free DBS check, Employee Assistance Programme, ongoing learning and career progression and access to CareTech Foundation grants. If you want purposeful day‑to‑day work that genuinely improves people’s lives, find the full advert on jobsincare.com and click the Apply Now button alongside this listing to apply.
This opportunity suits experienced carers or supported‑living staff who communicate clearly, write well, stay calm under pressure and can work confidently on their own or as part of a nurturing team. Caretech’s values — friendly, positive, empowering and person‑centred — underpin practical perks such as a £500 Recommend a Friend bonus (subject to successful completion of a six‑month probation), Blue Light Discount Card, free DBS check, Employee Assistance Programme, ongoing learning and career progression and access to CareTech Foundation grants. If you want purposeful day‑to‑day work that genuinely improves people’s lives, find the full advert on jobsincare.com and click the Apply Now button alongside this listing to apply.
Employer-paid enhanced DBS — no upfront cost to start
£12.36/hr plus Blue Light Discount and £500 Recommend‑a‑Friend bonus — extra pay and savings
36 contracted hours in Hanley — stable full‑time shifts that suit family routines
Ongoing learning and clear career progression with a nationwide, professional provider (CareTech)
Free Employee Assistance Programme and CareTech Foundation grants — practical support for family and wellbeing
Person‑centred, community-facing role supporting mental health, autism and learning disabilities — having a car boosts flexibility
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Employer-paid enhanced DBS — no upfront cost to start; £12.36/hr plus Blue Light Discount and £500 Recommend‑a‑Friend bonus — extra pay and savings; 36 contracted hours in Hanley — stable full‑time shifts that suit family routines; Ongoing learning and clear career progression with a nationwide, professional provider (CareTech); Free Employee Assistance Programme and CareTech Foundation grants — practical support for family and wellbeing; Person‑centred, community-facing role supporting mental health, autism and learning disabilities — having a car boosts flexibility
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Mental health has emerged as a critical issue in the United Kingdom, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The crisis highlighted the fragility of mental well-being across different demographics, from children and adolescents to adults and the elderly. It has sparked a wider conversation about the importance of mental health care, accessibility, and the stigmas often associated with mental illnesses. Learn more...
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.
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