Support Worker

Priory; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Gym membership

Healthcare cash plan

Relocation support up to £3000 (Terms)

Job summary

Priory, Ravenlea in Folkestone, Kent, is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to provide high-quality, person-centred care for residents with learning disabilities or autism. The role requires a valid driving licence to transport residents on outings and appointments when needed.

You will support residents with daily living tasks, promote independence and help them achieve personal goals in a nurturing, respectful environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, person-centred approach to support.
• Flexibility to adapt to needs of residents.
• Strong communication with residents, families and team.
• Commitment to professional standards and procedures.
• Experience in care or support work is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living tasks.
• Support residents in achieving personal goals and independence.
• Maintain accurate records and care notes.
• Build relationships with residents, families and staff.
• Ensure safety, confidentiality and respect in care.
• Act as a key worker to help set and track progress.
• Encourage participation in activities and community life.

Skills

Caring approach

Flexibility

Communication skills

Professional standards

Care experience

Job description

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Location: Ravenlea

Compensation: £13.45 / hour

Ravenlea is a residential service in Folkestone, Kent. We support six males and females who have a learning disability or are autistic. We are set on a residential street, near the town centre.

Our team are dedicated to providing the right level of support to allow the people we care for to live a more fulfilling and independent future. We provide a homely setting, with person-centred touches throughout so our residents can reach their full potential and live their best life.

We are looking for someone who holds a valid driving licence, as the role requires driving our site vehicles (both manual and automatic) to transport our residents on outings and appointments when needed.

What you'll be doing

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. In this rewarding role, you will provide the highest standard of person-centred support and care, enabling the people who use our service to live with dignity, independence, and choice.

Support workers are key workers, and provide direct support to our service users in support them to live there best lives. Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

You will play a vital part in helping individuals achieve their personal goals, supporting them in daily living, and empowering them to realise their potential.

Key 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.

What you'll bring to the role

• A 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 (desirable, but not essential - training provided).

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses
• Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs) up to £3000 (Terms apply)

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.