Support Worker

The Priory; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading adult care provider in Folkestone is seeking a Support Worker to join their compassionate team on a part-time basis. The role involves supporting individuals with learning disabilities, promoting independence, and providing high-quality care. Ideal candidates should demonstrate empathy, resilience, and excellent interpersonal skills. Training opportunities and flexible benefits are provided. This is an opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of those supported by our team.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

28 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Access to development opportunities

Qualifications

• Full UK drivers licence required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and resilience.
• Ability to work alongside people to develop their potential and skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified staff with individual care plans.
• Encourage independent living.
• Maintain health and wellbeing of individuals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Patience

Initiative

Ability to work in a person-centred way

Competent in verbal and written English

Education

Social care qualification (desirable)

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Support Worker to join our team.

This is a part time role.

£12.90 per hour – 28 hours per week.

Laburnum House is situated in Folkestone, Kent, and offers residential support for six males and females who have a primary learning disability diagnosis, including people who are autistic. The home is ideally placed on a residential street near the town centre.

We offer a safe and homely environment, where all the people we care for can make their own choices about the support they receive. We encourage and support everyone at Laburnum House to recognise and identify their goals and ambitions, and we will support them to meet them.

It would be ideal if you have previous experience in a similar role, but we are looking for individuals who display the right values and behaviours in order to make a difference to people’s lives. You should be keen to learn and show compassion to care for the people we support.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team committed to the residents’ wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

Your positive attitude and passion for providing high quality care and support will be your key strengths, with a friendly, patient and positive approach to work.

As a Support Worker, you will assist qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual care plans, undertake routine tasks and activities to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of our residents and tenants. You will provide support with day‑to‑day activities, encouraging and promoting independent living. You’ll help people reach their potential, through practical and emotional support, making a positive difference to their lives.

• Encouraging people to live as independently as possible, while supporting them in building life skills and achieving goals at their own pace
• Complete daily administration of electronic and paper records with the involvement of the individual as appropriate
• Support the individual in maintaining their health and wellbeing, which may involve liaising with other specialists
• Support and encourage the individual’s participation and integration in the local community through activities and interests that meet their ambitions and help them achieve outcomes in their chosen way
• Embed the REACH standards in everyday practice
• Follow company policies and procedures

What you'll bring to the role

The role is rewarding but challenging – resilience is key. Your natural empathy will help you support others through highs and lows.

To be eligible for this role you need to hold a Full UK drivers licence.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills and resilience
• Demonstrating initiative and the ability to work in a person‑centred way
• Ability to work alongside people to develop their potential and skills
• Empathy, understanding and patience
• Ability to work on your own and as part of a team
• Competent in verbal and written English
• A social care qualification is desirable but not essential

To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in the UK.

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.

Adult care benefits

• Free on‑site parking
• 28 days annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes such as gym membership, technology (laptops/tablets/smartphones) and private healthcare
• 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

Company Description

Priory Adult Care is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist adult care services. Our aim is to provide the right support in the right home for all the individuals we accommodate. With community‑based residential care settings and a network of supported living services, we support adults over the age of 18 with autism, dementia, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, Prader‑Willi Syndrome (PWS) and behaviours that challenge. We also offer a range of residential and nursing care settings for older people with varying levels of need.

At Priory, you will have the opportunity to be part of a close‑knit, supportive and diverse team that helps to make a real difference to people’s lives.

Our roles can be full or part time with a variety of shift patterns available, including weekdays and weekends.

Disclosure

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland, and the cost of this will be covered by Priory.

We are an equal opportunities employer.