Support Worker - East Kent Mencap : Job Details

Location: MargateJob Type: Full time, 30 hours per weekContract Type: PermanentSalary: £11.44

Hub Support Worker:

We all know the right job can be life-changing, but how about a job that just might change someone else’s life as well?

East Kent Mencap is a leading organisation committed to providing support and care for individuals with learning disabilities. We believe in promoting independence and helping our Members to lead fulfilling lives in the community. We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join our team and make a positive impact in the lives of those we support.

What’s in it for me?

• £18k base salary• 28 days AL per annum including bank holidays• Company pension• Competitive salary and benefits package (including shopping and recreation discounts, length of service holidays and sickness cover, and an employee assistance programme)• On-going training and development opportunities including funded apprenticeships

What’s the role?

You might have just finished your Health and Social care training. You may be an experienced support worker or perhaps you are willing to learn and share your experiences. Your salary and training will be based on where you are in your career. Your salary increases with training too!

This role requires you to be working at a Level 2 in Health and Social Care. If you do not have this qualification, we can develop you through an apprenticeship. We just need your desire to sign up!

We also need a driver. To drive our vehicles, applicants will need to have held a full UK driving licence for at least two years and be 21 years old or over (this post is only available to drivers with the required credentials. This is a genuine occupational requirement as permitted under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010).

There’s no getting away from it, this job isn’t always easy but there is great job satisfaction, and you can make a real difference to people’s lives. You’ll be providing support to vulnerable people with learning disabilities.

People who are used to working with learning disabilities are great candidates, as are those who have the right attitude and aptitude.

This role will give you the chance to make a positive impact in the lives of those we support.It just might be the most rewarding job on the local market today.

East Kent Mencap is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

You may have experience of the following: Independent Living Support Specialist, Community Care Worker, Learning Disabilities Support Assistant, Life Skills Support Worker, Residential and Community Support Assistant, Housing and Independence Facilitator, Personal Care and Community Support Worker, Daily Living Support Advisor, Health and Social Care Support Worker, Support Worker, etc.

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