CARE MORE IN 2024

Do you thrive in supporting young people with complex needs?
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Support Worker to join our team in Gloucestershire. You'll play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to young people with Learning Disabilities (LD), Autism, and challenging behaviours within a residential setting.
 
About You:

• Must hold a valid UK driving license and be willing to travel.
• A minimum of 6 months of paid experience working with young people in a residential care setting.
• Proven experience supporting individuals with LD/Autism and challenging behaviours.
• PBS/PBM Training and demonstrable experience applying these frameworks.
• Experience observing and responding to self-injury.
• Comfortable working in 2:1 staffing ratios.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with young people.
• Ability to de-escalate conflict situations and manage challenging behaviours effectively.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and a commitment to person-cantered care.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to manage a workload and contribute to the smooth operation of the unit/home.

 
What We Offer:

• 24 hour support advice and guidance
• Employee assistance program
• Full time Mental Health First Aiders who are there for you when you need them
• Having your own dedicated coordinator who will ensure you have the work you want and that you have everything you need to be successful in your role
• Working for a Company that strives to do things better or differently
• Local training and your own career development pathway endorsed by Skills for care. City and Guilds
• FLEXIBLE hours - part time or full time, with a range of shifts including days and nights.
• Guaranteed Hours available
• FREE uniform, training and DBS rebate reimbursement
• Enhanced Bank Holiday pay
• Paid Holidays
• Access to blue light card
• Weekly pay
• Easy online application
• Shift booking app
• Retain Rewards - local discounts
• Recommend a friend bonus of up to £250 per introduction

 
If you're a dedicated and skilled Support Worker who thrives in a challenging yet rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply!
 
Please note that applications without a valid UK driving license will not be considered.
 
Retain Healthcare Ltd and Retain Skills (South West) Ltd are an equal opportunities employer, offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS Check.

Care more in 2024!
Retain Healthcare is seeking compassionate and reliable Care Assistants and Support Workers to join our growing team! We offer rewarding weekend shifts that allow you to make a real difference in people's lives while maintaining a work-life balance. Your duties will be assisting with all aspects of daily living including personal care.

Pay rates are £13.50 to £22 per hour (with holiday pay accrued separately)
Working with Retain Healthcare means that you will have:

• Weekly pay (PAYE not Umbrella so no hidden charges)
• FLEXIBLE hours - shifts including days and nights,
• Access to multiple high street discounts via the Blue Light scheme
• Free extensive training
• 24/7 support from our highly experienced team

• Application and access to your Rota via our mobile app
• Access to ongoing personal development
• Recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Regulated by CQC
• Retain Rewards
• EAP - Employee assistance programme
• Free uniform (Where applicable)

Requirements for this role:

• A caring and compassionate individual with a genuine desire to help others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong teamwork abilities.
• Reliability and a commitment to high-quality care.
• 6 months' experience in a similar role.
• Weekend availibility.

*We Do Not Offer Sponsorship For These Roles*

Retain Healthcare Ltd and Retain Skills (South West) Ltd are an equal opportunities employer, offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS Check.

Job Title: Care Support Worker
Report to: Care Manager
Location: Gloucester and surrounding areas
Salary: From £12 to £15 per hour, depending on experience.
Contract: 30h per week

Our client, a local charity, is looking for caring and dedicated individuals to join their team as Care Support Workers. We welcome both experienced professionals and those new to care, offering comprehensive training and development opportunities.

What you'll do:

• Provide essential personal care, including assistance with bathing, dressing, and hygiene.
• Support with domestic tasks such as cleaning, cooking, and laundry.
• Offer companionship, emotional support, and engage in social activities.
• Administer medication under supervision.
• Assist with mobility and transfers, using appropriate aids.

What our client offers:

• Competitive pay: Enhanced rates for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
• Mileage allowance: 45p per mile.
• Paid travel and waiting time.
• Career development: Access to training and opportunities for advancement.

What our client is looking for:

• Driving licence and reliable vehicle
• Weekend and on-call availability
• Care Certificate
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care
• Previous care experience
• DBS update service
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Empathy and compassion
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude

Please note:
No sponsorship opportunities are available for this role.
Any offer made is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS check.

Retain Healthcare, Gloucestershire are currently recruiting support workers to work within specialist residential and supported living services in Coleford for ongoing shifts. You will be working alongside one of the country's leading providers to support people with learning disabilities to live with more independence.

Working with Retain Healthcare means that you will have:

• Weekly pay (PAYE not Umbrella so no hidden charges)
• FLEXIBLE hours - part time or full time, with a range of shifts including days and nights.
• Access to multiple high street discounts via the Blue Light scheme
• Free extensive training
• Free DBS
• 24/7 support from our highly experienced team
• Fast track registration available
• Application and access to your Rota via our mobile app
• Access to ongoing personal development
• Recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Regulated by CQC
• Retain Rewards
• EAP - Employee assistance programme
• Free uniform (Where applicable)

Location:
The services are situated in the forest of dean. At this service in Coleford, they support four young males, aged 22 - 25. They are all very active and in normal times they enjoy a full range of community based and local activities. A variety of shifts are available including nights and long days and either ad hock or block booked work is available.
The purpose of your role is to give the highest possible standards of support to individuals with moderate to severe learning disabilities
Your duties will be assisting with all aspects of daily living including personal care, medication and healthcare appointments along with accessing the local community and maintaining relations with family and friends. Additional activities may include:

• Trips to pubs and restaurants
• Music and discos
• Cinema and watching movies in the house
• Gaming
• Walking/exercise and some sport
• Art and craft sessions

Requirements for this role:

• Minimum 6 months paid experience in care setting
• Experience with Autism and LD an advantage but not essential
• Physical Intervention Training(PBM, PMVA) desirable but not essential
• Right to work in the UK
• Completion of our online application form and able to provide proof of ID

Care Assistant
Being a Care worker with Retain Healthcare is truly like no other …
"The greatest gift in life is supporting those around to be the Happiest and Healthiest version of themselves"

Here at Retain, we strongly believe and live by both our core Values and Ethos ; Offering continuous learning, Improvement and high quality training from professionals :

Retaining - Quality
Retaining - Staff quality
Retaining - Independence
Retaining - Skills

Your day may consist of Verbal prompts , Supporting in the community , assisting with medication and promoting the independence of each and every service user . Some of our clients you will support live with Mental Health conditions , so on each shift we make it our mission to assist setting and overcoming goals , to be a positive influence and to listen and be aware of both Spoken language and Body language . Every single day is different and offers a new set of Challenges and Joys for you to unlock

"Improve your work life balance and join us in our mission to improve lives for others"

We offer a wide variety of Earlies , Lates and Waking night shifts and the most diverse placements to work ; which can run anywhere from
07:00 - 14:00, 14:00-22:00, 22:00-07:00, 

Feel proud and accomplished every day knowing you have made a huge impact to those around and those who you support. Things always seem impossible until its done
#We'reAllInThisTogether #TeamRetain


Recruiting for Days and Nights including Part Time and Full time Hours(12hr)

Being Part of Retain Healthcare you will benefit from:

• 24 hour support advice and guidance
• Employee assistance program
• Full time Mental Health First Aiders who are there for you when you need them
• Having your own dedicated coordinator who will ensure you have the work you want and that you have everything you need to be successful in your role
• Working for a Company that strives to do things better or differently
• Local training and your own career development pathway endorsed by Skills for care. City and Guilds
• FLEXIBLE hours - part time or full time, with a range of shifts including days and nights.
• Guaranteed Hours available
• FREE uniform, training and DBS check
• Enhanced Bank Holiday pay
• Free blue light card
• Weekly pay
• Free DBS and uniforms
• Easy online application
• Shift booking app
• Retain Rewards - local discounts
• Recommend a friend bonus of up to £250 per introduction

Requirements:
You will need to be an experienced carer with a minimum of 6 months paid experience.
Retain Healthcare Ltd and Retain Skills (South West) Ltd are an equal opportunities employer, offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS Check.

Retain Healthcare, Gloucestershire are currently recruiting support workers to work within specialist residential and supported living service on the outskirts of Cheltenham for ongoing shifts and ad hic work. You will be working alongside one of the country's leading specialist further education, training, personal development and residential services for people with physical and learning disabilities and acquired brain injuries.
 
Working with Retain Healthcare means that you will have:

• Weekly pay (PAYE not Umbrella so no hidden charges)
• FLEXIBLE hours - part time or full time, with a range of shifts including days and nights.
• Access to multiple high street discounts via the Blue Light scheme
• Free extensive training
• DBS Rebate Reimbursement
• 24/7 support from our highly experienced team
• Fast track registration available
• Application and access to your Rota via our mobile app
• Access to ongoing personal development
• Recommend a friend bonus scheme
• EAP - Employee assistance programme
• Free uniform (Where applicable)

Location:
 

The services are situated in the Ullenwood area of Cheltenham where they support children and young people with complex disabilities, helping them live a life as independently as possible. You will be working along a team of professionals providing personalised care to help residents enjoy many their interests such as Art, Craft, music, fashion and sport.
 

Your duties will be assisting with all aspects of daily living including personal care, medication and healthcare appointments along with accessing the local community and maintaining relations with family and friends. Additional activities may include:

• Trips to pubs and restaurants
• Music and discos
• Cinema and watching movies in the house
• Gaming
• Walking/exercise and some sport
• Art and craft sessions
• And whatever the residents personal hobby may be.

Requirements for this role:

• Minimum 6 months paid experience in care setting
• Experience complex care and LD an advantage but not essential
• Right to work in the UK
• Due to location, Driving Licence and own vehicle preferred but not essential.
• Completion of our online application form and able to provide proof of ID

*We Do Not Offer Sponsorship For These Roles*

INDCARE

Retain Healthcare, Chippenham are currently recruiting support workers to work within specialist residential and supported living service in central Chippenham for ongoing shifts and ad hoc work. 


Working with Retain Healthcare means that you will have:

• Weekly pay (PAYE not Umbrella so no hidden charges)
• FLEXIBLE hours - part time or full time, with a range of shifts including days and nights.
• Access to multiple high street discounts via the Blue Light scheme
• Free extensive training
• 24/7 support from our highly experienced team
• Fast track registration available
• Application and access to your Rota via our mobile app
• Access to ongoing personal development
• Recommend a friend bonus scheme
• EAP - Employee assistance programme
• Free uniform (Where applicable)

Location:
 

The service is situated in Central Chippenham , just minutes away from the town center. It comprises of 2 houses joined with a communal lounge and dining area.
 

Your duties will be assisting with all aspects of daily living including personal care, medication and healthcare appointments along with accessing the local community and maintaining relations with family and friends. Additional activities may include:

• Bingo
• Music and discos
• Cinema and watching movies
• Walking/exercise and some sport
• Art and craft sessions
• And whatever the residents personal hobby may be.

Requirements for this role:

• Minimum 6 months paid experience in care setting
• Experience complex care and LD an advantage but not essential
• Right to work in the UK
• Due to location, Driving Licence and own vehicle preferred but not essential.
• Completion of our online application form and able to provide proof of ID

*We Do Not Offer Sponsorship For These Roles*

INDCARE

Retain Healthcare, Gloucestershire are currently recruiting support workers to work within specialist residential and supported living services in Trowbridge for ongoing shifts. You will be working alongside one of the country's leading providers to support people with learning disabilities and autism to live with more independence.

Working with Retain Healthcare means that you will have:

• Weekly pay (PAYE not Umbrella so no hidden charges)
• FLEXIBLE hours - part time or full time, with a range of shifts including days and nights.
• Access to multiple high street discounts via the Blue Light scheme
• Free extensive training
• Free DBS
• 24/7 support from our highly experienced team
• Fast track registration available
• Application and access to your Rota via our mobile app
• Access to ongoing personal development
• Recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Regulated by CQC
• Retain Rewards
• EAP - Employee assistance programme
• Free uniform (Where applicable)

Location:
The services are situated in the a residential are of Trowbridge, Wiltshire. At this service  they support four young adults with LD and Autism.
 A variety of shifts are available including nights and long days and either ad hock or block booked work is available.
The purpose of your role is to give the highest possible standards of support to individuals with moderate to severe learning disabilities
Your duties will be assisting with all aspects of daily living including personal care, medication and healthcare appointments along with accessing the local community and maintaining relations with family and friends. Additional activities may include:

• Trips to pubs and restaurants
• Music and discos
• Cinema and watching movies in the house
• Gaming
• Walking/exercise and some sport
• Art and craft sessions

Requirements for this role:

• Minimum 6 months paid experience in care setting
• Experience with Autism and LD an advantage but not essential
• Physical Intervention Training(PBM, PMVA) desirable but not essential
• Right to work in the UK
• Completion of our online application form and able to provide proof of ID

*We Do Not Offer Sponsorship For These Roles*

INDCARE

Retain Healthcare, Gloucestershire are currently recruiting care assistants to work within specialist residential care home in Cheltenham for ongoing shifts. You will be working alongside a team of experience and dedicated staff who specialise in the care of elderly residents both full time and respite.


Working with Retain Healthcare means that you will have:

• Weekly pay (PAYE not Umbrella so no hidden charges)
• FLEXIBLE hours - part time or full time, with a range of shifts including days and nights.
• Access to multiple high street discounts via the Blue Light scheme
• Free extensive training
• DBS Rebate Reimbursement
• 24/7 support from our highly experienced team
• Fast track registration available
• Application and access to your Rota via our mobile app
• Access to ongoing personal development
• Recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Regulated by CQC
• Retain Rewards
• EAP - Employee assistance programme
• Free uniform (Where applicable)

Location:
The service is a large retirement village with apartments and a central Shopping , activity , dining area. 

Your duties will be callin on residents within the complex and assisting with all aspects of daily living including personal care, medication, general housework and companionship along with accessing the central activity center.

Additional activities may include:

• Pub Quiz
• Cinema and movie days
• Fitness activity
• Art and craft sessions
• Walking/exercise
• Coffee mornings

Requirements for this role:

• Minimum 6 months paid experience in care setting
• Right to work in the UK
• Completion of our online application form and able to provide proof of ID

*We Do Not Offer Sponsorship For These Roles*

INDCARE

Retain Healthcare, Gloucestershire are currently recruiting support workers to work within specialist residential and supported living services in Devizes for ongoing shifts. You will be working alongside one of the country's leading providers to support people with learning disabilities and autism to live with more independence.

Working with Retain Healthcare means that you will have:

• Weekly pay (PAYE not Umbrella so no hidden charges)
• FLEXIBLE hours - part time or full time, with a range of shifts including days and nights.
• Access to multiple high street discounts via the Blue Light scheme
• Free extensive training
• Free DBS
• 24/7 support from our highly experienced team
• Fast track registration available
• Application and access to your Rota via our mobile app
• Access to ongoing personal development
• Recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Regulated by CQC
• Retain Rewards
• EAP - Employee assistance programme
• Free uniform (Where applicable)

 A variety of shifts are available including nights and long days and either ad hock or block booked work is available.
The purpose of your role is to give the highest possible standards of support to individuals with moderate to severe learning disabilities
Your duties will be assisting with all aspects of daily living including personal care, medication and healthcare appointments along with accessing the local community and maintaining relations with family and friends. Additional activities may include:

• Trips to pubs and restaurants
• Music and discos
• Cinema and watching movies in the house
• Gaming
• Walking/exercise and some sport
• Art and craft sessions

Requirements for this role:

• Minimum 6 months paid experience in care setting
• Experience with Autism and LD an advantage but not essential
• Physical Intervention Training(PBM, PMVA) desirable but not essential
• Right to work in the UK
• Completion of our online application form and able to provide proof of ID

*We Do Not Offer Sponsorship For These Roles*

INDCARE

Retain Healthcare, Wiltshire are currently recruiting support workers to work within specialist residential and supported living services in Melksham for ongoing shifts. You will be working alongside one of the country's leading providers to support people with learning disabilities and autism to live with more independence.

Working with Retain Healthcare means that you will have:

• Weekly pay (PAYE not Umbrella so no hidden charges)
• FLEXIBLE hours - part time or full time, with a range of shifts including days and nights.
• Access to multiple high street discounts via the Blue Light scheme
• Free extensive training
• Free DBS
• 24/7 support from our highly experienced team
• Fast track registration available
• Application and access to your Rota via our mobile app
• Access to ongoing personal development
• Recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Regulated by CQC
• Retain Rewards
• EAP - Employee assistance programme
• Free uniform (Where applicable)

 A variety of shifts are available including nights and long days and either ad hock or block booked work is available.
The purpose of your role is to give the highest possible standards of support to individuals with moderate to severe learning disabilities
Your duties will be assisting with all aspects of daily living including personal care, medication and healthcare appointments along with accessing the local community and maintaining relations with family and friends. Additional activities may include:

• Trips to pubs and restaurants
• Music and discos
• Cinema and watching movies in the house
• Gaming
• Walking/exercise and some sport
• Art and craft sessions

Requirements for this role:

• Minimum 6 months paid experience in care setting
• Experience with Autism and LD an advantage but not essential
• Physical Intervention Training(PBM, PMVA) desirable but not essential
• Right to work in the UK
• You will be required to complete a criminal records check (DBS
• We will require 3 employment references
• Completion of our online application form and able to provide proof of ID

*We Do Not Offer Sponsorship For These Roles*

INDCARE