Support Worker
Location: Falconer’s Court, Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 5NW
Hours of Work: 35 Hours per Week (Shift times are 07:30‑15:00 & 14:30‑22:00, longer days on weekends in rotation)
Sleep‑ins are required for full‑time roles and the sleep‑in rate is paid on top of contracted hours.
Salary: £13.32 per hour
Requirements
This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship.
Good public transport routes – close to train and bus stations.
Equal Opportunity / Accessibility And Accommodations Statement
As a Disability Confident employer, Aspens Charities is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. We actively promote the recruitment, retention, and career development of people with disabilities, recognising the invaluable contributions they make to our organisation. We are dedicated to ensuring an accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Aspens’ mission is to provide high‑quality care and support to individuals on the autism spectrum and with learning disabilities, meeting their needs and aspirations and empowering them to learn and grow through an integrated network of services across the South‑East. We provide support and care to children, families and adults across Kent, East Sussex, West Sussex, Brighton and Hove, Surrey and the London Borough of Bexley. Our services include registered care homes, supported living, community outreach, day services, including pathways to employment, children and young people’s groups and support, specialist support, and free online support for families and carers across the South‑East.
About the Role
Falconer’s Court is a residential service home to 7 adult females with autism spectrum conditions and other learning and physical disabilities. Many of those we support have limited verbal communication skills and can occasionally display behaviours of concern. On the other hand, the home is full of energy. We are looking for a friendly, energetic and hard‑working person with a fun spirit and a passion for supporting others.
Your role as a support worker will be vital in helping those we support to feel empowered to live as independently as possible. You will play a big role in supporting daily activities which could include: baking, arts and crafts, swimming and bowling. You’ll also be responsible for carrying out the person‑centred support plans (including personal care), following risk assessments, administering medication and completing daily reports to ensure those we care for are safeguarded while living their best life.
About You
We are looking for friendly, hard‑working people with a fun spirit and a good sense of humour to join our team of support staff.
Shift times are 07:30‑15:00 & 14:30‑22:00, longer days at weekends.
Sleep‑ins are required for the full‑time roles.
Benefits
- Comprehensive paid training and excellent career progression opportunities, including recognised qualifications in health and social care
- Paid DBS check
- Flexible work arrangements, with the option to take on additional bank shifts
- Generous annual leave (pro rata based on hours), with entitlement increasing with length of service
- Nest Pension and Death in Service benefit
- Access to a dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
- Blue Light Card discounts
- 20% discount at Aspens High Street Stores for all staff
- Discounted staff menu available at the Bluebell Café (Pembury)
- Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £250 for every successful referral
- Employee recognition programmes, including ‘Employee of the Month’
Application Process
Apply via CV or Application Form. Email your CV directly to Recruitment@aspens.org.uk.
If shortlisted, we will contact you directly to schedule an interview. We strive to respond to all applicants; however, if you have not received a response within a reasonable timeframe, please feel free to contact us for a status update or feedback (where available). After the interview, you will be notified of the outcome. If successful, you’ll receive a formal offer in writing. Upon acceptance, we’ll guide you through the onboarding process, providing you with all the details you need.
Please note, any offer of employment will be subject to Disclosure and Barring checks (which we will arrange on your behalf if you don’t already have one) and satisfactory employment references.
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