Support Worker in Sevenoaks inSevenoaks PUBLISHED WED 15 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 15 October 2025 Salary: Not specified Additional salary information: £13/hr Hours: Full time Closing date: 14 November 2025 Location: Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 Company: Active Care Group Job type: Permanent Job reference: Activecare_84517 Apply for this job Summary Looking for a truly rewarding role where compassion meets purpose? If you're kind-hearted and ready to make a real difference, we'd love to welcome you to our caring team. We're passionate about helping people live independently and confidently in their own homes. Right now, we're looking for a compassionate Care Assistant to support our clienta gentleman living with a spinal cord injuryin beautiful Bidborough. Meet the client: Our client is a vibrant, family-focused individual who lives with his wife and children in a welcoming home full of warmth and laughter. Despite living with a spinal cord injury, he leads an energetic life and refuses to be defined by his disability. When he's not crushing it at his demanding day job, you'll find him unwinding with his family. As a Care Assistant, you'll be offering support with personal care and moving and handling, helping to maintain independence and comfort. If you're kind, compassionate, and ready to make a real impact in someone's day-to-day life, this is your chance to join a caring team and support someone who's living life to the fullest. Looking for a Rewarding Care Role with Flexibility and Freedom? Are you a caring, reliable person who wants to make a difference but also values balance, independence, and time for yourself? This could be the perfect fit! Enjoy Real Flexibility: Plan your day around what works best for you and the client. Extra-Long Breaks: Go shopping, hit the gym, grab a coffee, or unwind during your downtime. Work Independently: Provide quality care and support without being tied to the client's home all day. Get Paid While You Make an Impact: Combine meaningful work with a schedule that fits your lifestyle. If you're passionate about helping others but also want freedom, variety, and time for you, this is the opportunity you've been looking for. Your Role: Support one of our amazing clients in his own home, assisting with: Personal care Medication Moving & handling Light domestic duties No previous care experience? No problem. We offer full training, shadow shifts, and continuous support. All you need is: A kind and caring nature Reliability and flexibility Great communication skills Shifts Available: Day shifts: 8am to 8pm Full-time or part-time roles available What You'll Enjoy : £13 per hour Full specialist training & ongoing guidance Accrued holiday pay Regular work with rolling rotas Flexible zero-hours contract Access to our Active Learning Hub for personal & professional growth Active Awards programme to celebrate your commitment Refer a Friend Scheme earn up to £1,500 Support from dedicated clinical & leadership teams Nest Personal Pension account This is more than just a jobit's a chance to be part of something meaningful. Ready to bring kindness into someone's everyday life? Apply now and help us continue to provide care that truly makes a difference. Please note: Due to the nature of the role, there is a genuine occupational requirement to recruit female Personal Healthcare Assistants. INDCITH
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.
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