Support Worker - Folkestone, Kent

Affinity Trust; Folkestone; In loco; GBP 15.000 - 21.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Buy and sell annual leave

Access earned pay through Stream

Simply Health plan (GP, dental, optics

Pension scheme and Life Assurance

Descrizione del lavoro

Affinity Trust is recruiting a Support Worker in Folkestone, Kent. You will help a gentleman live life his way, supporting daily routines, activities, and community access with a patient, caring approach.

The role involves driving a mobility vehicle; a full UK licence is essential. We offer full training including NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care and a supportive team environment.

Competenze

• Experience isn't essential.
• Training provided, including NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care.
• Full UK manual driving licence and willingness to drive a mobility vehicle.

Mansioni

• Help people live independently and build confidence.
• Provide encouragement and practical support in daily activities.
• Support with daily routines and accessing community and activities.

Conoscenze

Kindness

Patience

Positive attitude

Desire to help others

Formazione

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Descrizione del lavoro

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Location: Folkestone, Kent
Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour
Hours: Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent
Training: Full training provided, including a fully funded NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
Requirements: Full UK manual driving licence and willingness to drive a mobility vehicle
Sponsorship: Not available

Could you make a difference in someone's everyday life?

As a Support Worker with Affinity Trust, you'll help people live independently, build confidence, and enjoy the things that matter most to them.

This is a role where the little things can make a big difference. Whether it's going for a drive, listening to favourite music, enjoying a day out, or supporting someone to try something new, you'll be there to provide encouragement and practical support every step of the way.

At this location, you'll be supporting a gentleman to live life his way, helping him with his daily routine and supporting him to enjoy the activities and interests that are important to him. He's looking for someone who is patient, understanding, and able to build a positive and trusting relationship.

You'll work a variety of shifts as part of a rota. A full UK manual driving licence is essential, as you'll regularly support him to access the community and attend activities using his mobility vehicle.

About You

Experience isn't essential. What matters most is your kindness, patience, positive attitude, and genuine desire to make a difference.

We'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed, including a fully funded NVQ Level 2 qualification. You'll gain the skills and confidence to support people with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs.

What You'll Be Making Possible

As a Support Worker, you'll help people to:

• Enjoy meaningful daily routines and achieve personal goals
• Build confidence, independence, and life skills
• Stay connected with their community and interests
• Develop trusting relationships and feel supported to live life their way

You'll also be part of a dedicated and supportive team that works together to make a positive difference every day.

• Buy and sell annual leave
• Access your earned pay through Stream
• Simply Health plan, including GP, dental, and optical cover
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance

An enhanced DBS check is required for this role and will be paid for by us.

We're committed to being a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role.