Are you searching for a rewarding yet challenging career? Do you have a caring attitude and a desire to make a difference?

We are looking for Support Workers to join our friendly, established care team to provide high quality care and support for our patients.

Cedar House is a 40 bed hospital for adults with learning disabilities, mental health issues, personality disorders, autism and challenging behaviours, who are detained under the Mental Health Act. Cedar House enjoys a beautiful rural location situated in the village of Barham, on the outskirts of Canterbury and is easily accessible by public transport, being on the main bus route between Canterbury and Folkestone.

As a Support Worker you will, under the direction and leadership of the nursing staff, ensure the highest standards of care and support are delivered to patients, encompassing all activities of daily living. You will act as a role model for patients and be actively involved in engaging patients with daily activities, educational programmes, behavioural support programmes and leisure/recreational activities as outlined in individual care plans.

Support Workers will be expected to work a mixture of day and night shifts, including weekends on a rota system.

The Huntercombe Group offer a variety of excellent benefits including free Life Assurance, contributory Pension Scheme, bespoke development programme, free meals and drinks on duty and free car parking on site.

If you have the skills to succeed in this role and are committed to the provision of quality care please click Apply Now.

For further information or to request an application pack, please contact our Control Centre on (01227) 833700.

Applicants will be invited to attend an Interview and Assessment session, held fortnightly on a Wednesday. Applicants will be invited to attend one of these sessions, morning and afternoon sessions are available.