Support Worker

Priory; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym access

Development opportunities

IPD/IPD sponsorship

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Relocation support up to £3000

Job summary

Priory is seeking a compassionate Support Worker for our Ravenlea residential service in Folkestone, Kent. The role involves providing person‑centred care to residents with learning disabilities or autism and driving site vehicles for outings and appointments as needed.

You will be part of a dedicated team ensuring residents live with dignity, independence and choice, supported by training and career development opportunities within Priory.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dedicated approach to support others.
• Ability to work flexibly and think innovatively.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in care or support work is desirable but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living tasks.
• Encourage participation in activities and community life.
• Support service users in achieving personal outcomes and choices.
• 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.
• Act as a key worker and 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

Driving licence

Compassionate

Strong communication

Flexible

Team player

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.