Job Introduction
Support Worker (Ref: ASC/26/043/LLS)
Directorate: People (Childrens, Adults, Public Health, Education and SEND)
Department: Adults’ Services
Salary: Range 3 Level A (£26,654 per annum / pro rata)
Hours: 25 per week
Location: Longford Court
Working style:
Mobile – Works from different locations
Closing Date: 09/08/2026
We are excited to announce the recruitment of a Support Worker for our service at Longford Court and our community outreach support service.
The service will specialise in providing opportunities for people with learning disabilities, autism or trauma to develop the skills required for further independence.
This will include, supporting people with developing practical skills such as budgeting, cooking, maintaining their home, looking for employment/education, travel training plus much more!
Sometimes we take for granted the things we all need to do on a daily basis but supporting someone who may not have had the same opportunities gives real purpose to this role.
Every day could be different, from supporting someone to a GP appointment, researching employment options, rolling up your sleeves and supporting someone with cooking, cleaning and organising themselves.
You may be supporting someone with medication management/administration, including ordering and liaising with the pharmacy and recording medication on a MAR chart.
Being a listening ear, giving advice and guidance as well practical support and liaising with other professionals
We all need a positive role model in our lives and that person could be you.
A good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults is essential. Creating support plans and tailoring to meet individual needs.
We are looking for people who can think quickly and creatively and have previous experience of supporting adults in a relevant setting.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism, then we would love to hear from you!
Due to the nature of this role, a car driver is essential and applicants must hold a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Rota is based on 25 hours per week with weekend working. The weekend working will be Saturday’s. However, this is subject to change. The Support Worker role is inclusive of day time, evening, sleep in, weekend and Bank Holidays.
The successful post holder will be subject to an Enhanced Adults’ DBS check.
In return we will offer you:
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Generous annual leave entitlement
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Generous local government pension scheme package
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Access to wider training and development qualifications
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Flexible working scheme
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Travel plan discounts
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Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service
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Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers
Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.
When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.
The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:
Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.
Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.
Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.
Level A
Our Supported Living Team are seeking a Support Worker to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.
Important Information
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Applicants must be able to demonstrate all criteria which are essential for appointment to the role.
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For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.
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Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.
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Please note, we prioritise applications from current Medway Council redeployees. We will let you know if this post is to be filled by a redeployee as, in this instance, your application will unfortunately not be taken forward.
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We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.
Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.
