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Caretech; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend bonus

28 days holiday (incl. BH)

DBS check

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Awards Evening

Employee Recognition

Career progression

CareTech Foundation grant

Job summary

CareTech is recruiting a Support Worker for the Martello Centre in Folkestone. You will support adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs, delivering person-centred care, assisting with daily living skills, and promoting independence.

No prior experience required; full training and a structured induction are provided to help you succeed in the role. A full UK driving licence and D1 entitlement are preferred for certain shifts.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and respectful with a positive, resilient approach.
• Good communication skills and basic IT/written skills.
• Willingness to work towards Level 2 diploma and ongoing development.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 diploma

Job description

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 recruiting a Support Worker to join our service in Folkestone, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career - any truly make a difference!

About the Service – Martello Centre

Our Martello Day Centre service is based in Folkestone and is used by 60 Service users attending on a weekly basis. There is free parking for staff members.

The Day Centre has its own garden and lots of various activities. The Centre is in walking distance of the harbour and town centre, with close transport links.

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 as well as part of a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written skills, and be flexible and reliable.

No previous experience? No problem! If you have the right attitude and passion for supporting others, we'll provide full training and a structured induction programme to help you succeed in the role.

• Full UK Manual Driving Licence – mandatory.
• D1 entitlement on your driving licence – essential.
• A genuine desire to support people to live fulfilling and independent lives.
• Willingness to undertake training and continuous professional development.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays where required.

Requirements

• Willingness to work towards Level 2 diploma
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis
• 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
• 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
• Empowering
• Person-Centred

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.

CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days.

Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.