Compassionate Support Worker - Empower Residents

Priory Group; New Romney; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Relocation support

Job summary

Priory Group is seeking a compassionate Support Worker for Laburnum House, Folkestone, Kent. You will provide person-centered care to residents with learning disabilities, supporting independence and daily living. The role emphasizes dignity, compassion, and collaborative goal-setting within a residential care setting.

The position offers ongoing training, career development, and flexibility, with a strong focus on safeguarding and high-quality care for service users.

Qualifications

• Caring and respectful approach to supporting others.
• Ability to work flexibly and think innovatively.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to upholding professional standards, policies and procedures.
• Experience in care or support work is desirable, training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living tasks.
• Encourage and assist participation in activities and community life.
• Support service users in achieving their personal outcomes in the way they choose.
• Maintain accurate records, care plans, charts, and daily notes.
• Build positive relationships with service users, families, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Uphold safety, security, and confidentiality in line with policies and regulations.
• Act as a key worker for individuals, helping them to set goals and track progress.
• Promote choice, independence, and involvement at all times.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing ideas and suggestions.

Skills

Caring approach

Flexible work

Communication

Professional standards

Care experience

Job description

Priory Group is seeking a compassionate Support Worker for Laburnum House, Folkestone, Kent. You will provide person-centered care to residents with learning disabilities, supporting independence and daily living. The role emphasizes dignity, compassion, and collaborative goal-setting within a residential care setting.

The position offers ongoing training, career development, and flexibility, with a strong focus on safeguarding and high-quality care for service users.