Support Worker – Folkestone | Training & Progression

Caretech UK Ltd; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend A Friend Bonus

Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of B.

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Stakeholder Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Ongoing training with career progress

CareTech Foundation - family/friend’s

Job summary

CareTech UK Ltd in Folkestone is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs at Martello Centre. The role offers zero-hour contracts and requires flexibility to cover evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

You will provide person-centred support, help with daily living skills, and promote independence. Training is provided, with opportunities for progression within CareTech.

Qualifications

• Full UK Manual Driving Licence – mandatory.
• D1 entitlement on your driving licence – essential.
• A genuine desire to support people to live fulfilling and independent lives.
• Willingness to undertake training and continuous professional development.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays where required.
• Willingness to work towards Level 2 diploma
• Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans.
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required.
• Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
• Support activities, appointments, and community access.
• Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team.
• Work a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins

Skills

Driving licence

D1 entitlement

Communication skills

Basic IT skills

Written skills

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 Diploma

Job description

CareTech UK Ltd in Folkestone is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs at Martello Centre. The role offers zero-hour contracts and requires flexibility to cover evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

You will provide person-centred support, help with daily living skills, and promote independence. Training is provided, with opportunities for progression within CareTech.