Support Worker in Gillingham inGillingham PUBLISHED MON 3 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
£13 per hour
PERMANENT
Agincare Group r539rIhhc
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Support Worker Job details Posting date: November 2025 Salary: £13 per hour Additional salary information: Competitive Hours: Full time Closing date: 02 December 2025 Location: Gillingham, SP8 Company: Agincare Group Job type: Permanent Job reference: agincare/TP/67897/1Apply for this job Summary Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in someone’s life? We’re looking for a caring, reliable and empathetic Support Worker to join our Dorset Outreach team.This is your opportunity to support a remarkable woman in her 50s living with autism, a learning disability and epilepsy, as she builds a happy, fulfilling life in her own home. About the person you’ll support: Susan has a vibrant personality, is expressive and strong-minded.Although she is non-verbal, she communicates clearly in her own way – using gestures, facial expressions, and writing.Susan knows what she wants, and you'll need to be someone who really listens, learns her communication style, and builds trust over time. Susan has shown great resilience and is now building a brighter, more fulfilling future. Your support will help her reconnect with the things she loves – like beach walks, drives, and lunches out – at her own pace. She values calm, patient and consistent people who support her with respect and kindness. About the role: This is a 2:1 support package, meaning you’ll be part of a small, consistent team working closely with another Support Worker at any one time. Susan’s home is her sanctuary – calm, quiet, and personal. Your relationship with her is central to the support you provide. Key responsibilities include: Supporting Susan’s confidence and trust-building journey Encouraging activities she enjoys: music, TV, drives, beach walks Helping Susan feel safe and supported in new or unfamiliar situations Communicating clearly in her preferred style Providing personal care and daily living support Following support plans with care and accuracy Keeping accurate records and raising any concerns Promoting independence and wellbeing in a respectful, person-centred way What we’re looking for: Experience with learning disabilities and complex needs (desirable, not essential) A calm, patient and thoughtful approach Willingness to learn and work closely with a tight-knit team Ability to follow detailed plans and communication strategies with consistency A Full UK driving Licence Why join us? We believe that every person deserves to live life their way – and our teams make that happen. You’ll be part of a values-driven organisation where relationships come first, and every voice matters. We offer: £13.00 per hour Company pension Refer a friend bonus – earn up to £1,000 Full training and ongoing support Opportunities for career progression Blue Light Card (discounts in shops and restaurants) A caring, collaborative culture Job security and flexible working About Agincare We’re a family run business that’s been caring and supporting people since 1986. With over 4,500 team members, we’re one of the UK’s largest care providers and are continuing to grow.We have over 100 locations across England including Care & Nursing homes, Home Care Branches, Extra Care Schemes, Supported Living properties and live-in Offices. Agincare are signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and are committed to supporting care leavers to live independently.We are proud to be able to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities. All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all. GILEN
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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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