Support Worker

mcch; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Choice Support in Maidstone is seeking a patient, caring, reliable female Support Worker to join an established team. You will provide person-centred support to a young woman with learning disabilities and autism in her own apartment, helping her stay independent and engaged in activities.

The role is largely lone-working, with training provided, including medication administration, and DBS checks. Full or part-time hours available; drive and access to a vehicle are essential.

Qualifications

• Female applicant is required (Occupational Requirement applies).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Non-smoker and non-vaper.
• Commitment to delivering person-centred support.

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day support tailored to individual needs.
• Following person-centred support plans and established guidelines.
• Assisting with the administration of medication.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
• Supporting attendance at a range of social and leisure activities.
• Encouraging independence, choice and inclusion.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues and professionals as required.

Skills

Kind, patient and compassionate

Reliable and motivated

Confident communicator

Independent worker

Person-centred support

Job description

We are looking for a patient, caring, reliable and self-motivated Female Support Worker to join an established and supportive team in Maidstone.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support a young woman with learning disabilities and autism who lives independently in her own apartment within a small, purpose-built setting. She enjoys an active lifestyle, follows a structured daily routine, and values consistency and person-centred support to help her achieve her goals and live life to the fullest.

About The Role

You will provide high-quality, person-centred support in line with an established support plan, helping to promote independence, wellbeing and community participation.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Providing day-to-day support tailored to individual needs
• Following person-centred support plans and established guidelines
• Assisting with the administration of medication
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records
• Supporting attendance at a range of social and leisure activities
• Encouraging independence, choice and inclusion
• Communicating effectively with colleagues and professionals as required

Although this is primarily a lone-working role, you will be supported by a knowledgeable and experienced team.

Activities You May Support With

The person you will be supporting enjoys a varied and active lifestyle, including:

• Horse riding
• Going to the gym
• Reflexology appointments
• Shopping trips
• Visiting nightclubs and social venues
• Attending an activity farm for people with learning disabilities

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be:

• Kind, patient and compassionate
• Reliable and motivated
• A confident communicator
• Comfortable working independently
• Committed to delivering person-centred support

Hours

Full & Part time hours available. To be discussed at interview*

Location:

Sutton Road Area in Maidstone.

Essential Requirements

• Female applicant (Occupational Requirement applies)
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Non-smoker and non-vaper

Full training will be provided, including medication administration and all aspects of supporting the individual's needs.

If you are looking for a meaningful role where you can make a genuine difference while supporting someone to lead an active and fulfilling life, we would love to hear from you.

We may close this post early if we receive sufficient applications before the closing date. If you are interested in applying, we would ask that you do so as early as possible to avoid any disappointment.

To keep the people we support safe, we follow safer recruitment steps. This includes DBS checks, reference checks and reviewing your work history.

Choice Support is Disability Confident which is a scheme run by the Department of Work and Pensions. As part of our commitment, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme - all candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview. If you consider yourself to have a disability or long-term chronic health condition or if you require any adjustments/support during the application/selection process, please contact [e-mail] so that we can discuss your needs with you.