Residential Care Support Worker – Learning Disability

Priory Group; Littlestone on Sea; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym access

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Relocation support up to £3000

Job summary

Priory Group is seeking a compassionate Support Worker for Laburnum House in Folkestone, Kent. The role provides person-centred support to residents with learning disabilities, including autism, in a residential setting.

You will work as a key worker, helping individuals achieve daily living goals, maintaining records, and promoting independence and involvement. Full training and career development are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support work is desirable, but training is provided.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.
• A caring and respectful approach to supporting others.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living tasks.
• Encourage participation in activities and community life.
• Support service users in achieving 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 to help individuals set goals and track progress.
• Promote choice, independence and involvement at all times.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing ideas and suggestions.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Flexible

Teamwork

Job description

Priory Group is seeking a compassionate Support Worker for Laburnum House in Folkestone, Kent. The role provides person-centred support to residents with learning disabilities, including autism, in a residential setting.

You will work as a key worker, helping individuals achieve daily living goals, maintaining records, and promoting independence and involvement. Full training and career development are offered.