Community Support Worker
East Kent Mencap · Cliftonville, Kent, United Kingdom
FULL TIME
Job Description
Community Support Worker
Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.
Salary: £13.01 - £13.42 per hour
Location: Margate, Kent
Working pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week
About the role
East Kent Mencap supports people with a learning disability to live independently and take part in their local community. We are looking for a Community Support Worker to join our team in Margate and help the people we support lead the life they choose.
You might have just finished your Health and Social Care training, be an experienced Support Worker, or be looking for a new career where you can make a difference. Your pay and training will reflect your experience, with opportunities to progress as you develop your skills and qualifications.
What you'll be doing
Providing day-to-day support to people with a learning disability, helping them live as independently as possible
Supporting with daily living tasks, preparing meals and managing finances
Attending appointments with the people you support
Taking part in social and community activities
Building positive relationships and promoting choice and independence
Making sure the people we support feel safe, respected and valued
What you'll bring
A Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, or a willingness to work towards one. If you do not yet have this, we can support you to achieve it through an apprenticeship, as long as you are committed to the learning
A full UK driving licence held for at least two years, and you must be aged 21 or over. xrexnqw This is a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, due to the needs of the people we support
Experience of supporting people with learning disabilities is welcome, but we also want to hear from you if you have the right values, attitude and willingness to learn
What's on offer
£13.01 - £13.42 per hour
Annual leave
Company pension
Shopping and recreation discounts
Length-of-service holidays
Sickness cover
Employee assistance programme
Ongoing training and development, including funded apprenticeships
Additional information
East Kent Mencap is committed to the Equality Act, ensuring safety and protection from harm and harassment for all. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.
Salary: £13.01 - £13.42 per hour
Location: Margate, Kent
Working pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week
About the role
East Kent Mencap supports people with a learning disability to live independently and take part in their local community. We are looking for a Community Support Worker to join our team in Margate and help the people we support lead the life they choose.
You might have just finished your Health and Social Care training, be an experienced Support Worker, or be looking for a new career where you can make a difference. Your pay and training will reflect your experience, with opportunities to progress as you develop your skills and qualifications.
What you'll be doing
Providing day-to-day support to people with a learning disability, helping them live as independently as possible
Supporting with daily living tasks, preparing meals and managing finances
Attending appointments with the people you support
Taking part in social and community activities
Building positive relationships and promoting choice and independence
Making sure the people we support feel safe, respected and valued
What you'll bring
A Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, or a willingness to work towards one. If you do not yet have this, we can support you to achieve it through an apprenticeship, as long as you are committed to the learning
A full UK driving licence held for at least two years, and you must be aged 21 or over. xrexnqw This is a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, due to the needs of the people we support
Experience of supporting people with learning disabilities is welcome, but we also want to hear from you if you have the right values, attitude and willingness to learn
What's on offer
£13.01 - £13.42 per hour
Annual leave
Company pension
Shopping and recreation discounts
Length-of-service holidays
Sickness cover
Employee assistance programme
Ongoing training and development, including funded apprenticeships
Additional information
East Kent Mencap is committed to the Equality Act, ensuring safety and protection from harm and harassment for all. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Details
| Company | East Kent Mencap |
| Location | Cliftonville, Kent, United Kingdom |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | general |