Support Worker - Day & Night Shifts

Job Description Support Worker Location: FolkestoneRate: £13.03 per hourPermanent | Full-time | 35 hours per week We are unable to consider Skilled Worker or Student Visa applicants for this role ‘At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs. Opened in October 2025, this purpose-built development will provide support for adults with learning disabilities and autism. The service features 9 modern, self-contained flats in the heart of Folkestone – offering excellent access to local amenities and fantastic transport links. Our future residents are active, social, and looking forward to leading fulfilling, independent lives with the right support. Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plansAssist with daily living skills and personal care where requiredPromote independence, dignity, and wellbeingSupport activities, appointments, and community accessMaintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a teamWork a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable. No previous experience? If you have the passion, we’ll provide full training and a structured induction programme. Willingness to work towards Level 2 DiplomaAbility to work unsociable hours on a rota basisDrivers desirable but not essentialEnhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech) Recommend A Friend BonusUp to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank HolidaysFree DBS CheckBlue Light CardStakeholder PensionFree Employee Assistance ProgrammeAnnual Employee Awards EveningEmployee Recognition SchemesOngoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree levelCareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day. Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader. Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. Strictly no agencies