Support Worker

A young man in Ashford, Kent, seeks a caring and dynamic support worker to assist him during his transition to independent living. The role offers various shifts, including weekdays and weekends, with pay rates ranging from £12.21 to £17.34 per hour. The ideal candidate should possess experience with autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties, along with a valid driver's licence and business insurance. Patience, enthusiasm, and a commitment to client-centred care are essential. This position includes personal care, daily activities, and facilitating educational and leisure opportunities. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references are required.

With regret, our clients do not offer sponsorship Location: Ashford, Kent Pay: £16.22 per hour Monday to Friday Days, £17.34 per hour weekend and bank holidays, £NLW (currently £12.21 for those age 21) per hour sleeping nights Monday to Friday, £NLW (currently £12.21 for those age 21) £1, sleeping nights weekends and bank holidays.

Hours: Various shifts available: Term Time: Monday and Thursday 3pm
– 8pm, Wednesday and Thursday Nights 7:45pm
– 9am, Saturday and Sunday Days 8:15 am
– 9pm.

Various 12 hour shifts available during the college holidays.

Opportunity for Perm and Bank Hours.

Driver required? Essential Using Own Vehicle for work purposes? Yes, on duty and to attend training.

Must have business insurance.

Essential Experience: Experience/understanding of needs related to autism, learning difficulties, ADHD, speech and language delay and hearing difficulties.

Desirable: Experience of working with children with special needs (This is preferred but enthusiasm, patience and willingness to learn is essential).

Pets: 1 dog Interview Date (week commencing): As and when applications are received, this may be completed via video calling Start Date: ASAP (subject to satisfactory employment checks) Hi, Im a young man born in 2006, and Im looking for a dynamic, kind, patient, and caring person to help support me as I take an exciting next step in my life.

I live with my family (and our lovely dog!) in Ashford, but soon Ill be moving into my own space right next door.

Its a big change, and Ill need someone who can help me feel confident and supported throughout the transition.

Im independently mobile and have Autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, hearing impairment, and a speech and language delayso I appreciate when people are calm, alert, and really understand how to support me.

Sometimes I need verbal prompts, physical help, or someone who can use the right strategies when Im feeling overwhelmed.

I love going out in the car, riding on trains, eating out, swimming, listening to music, and playing computer games.

Its important to me that the people around me interact with me and include me in whats going onI enjoy being part of things.

Youll be joining a great care team and helping me with day-to-day things like personal care, home activities, and fun trips out.

Youll also help me take part in education, therapy, and leisure activities that help me grow.

Once I move into my accommodation you will cook with me and help me to learn how to complete household chores.

It is important that you are patient with me as I will be going from living with my parents to being in my own space.

Theres a chance for extra hours during college holidays and when other carers need cover, tooso if you’re dependable and up for building a good connection, this could be a great fit.

Youd Be Perfect for This Role If You: Are Supportive Are kind, patient, and full of energy Work well with families and professionals to provide consistent, compassionate care Are happy to be part of a close-knit team that truly cares Have Integrity Are honest, reliable, and professional in everything you do Communicate openly and respectfully with my family and support team Always do the right thing Are Client Centered Put me at the heart of your work and respect my choices Adapt your support to suit my needs, interests, and pace Help me grow in confidence and independence Are Quality Focussed Take pride in delivering high standards of care Follow therapy programmes carefully and are open to learning Are observant, detail-oriented, and committed to doing your best Are Positive Bring a can-do attitude and a sense of fun Focus on what I can do and help me find solutions Celebrate progress and help me live life to the fullest Safeguarding Were committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone involved.

Youll need: Proof of right to work in the UK Satisfactory references (including your last employer) Enhanced DBS check (a conviction wont necessarily prevent employment) ADZN1_UKTJ