Carer Support Officer – Thanet

Involve Kent; Thanet District; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Involve Kent is seeking a Carer Support Officer to identify, support and empower unpaid carers across East Kent. The role involves helping carers access information, support, assessments, community resources and opportunities that improve wellbeing and sustain their caring role.

You will undertake statutory Carer’s Assessments on behalf of Kent County Council, understand carers' rights under the Care Act, and ensure needs, outcomes and wellbeing are fully considered.

Qualifications

• Ability to drive and have access to a vehicle for community/home visits.
• Enhanced DBS check is required and disclosures are considered on an individual basis.
• Commitment to fair and inclusive recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Identify, support and empower unpaid carers throughout their caring journey.
• Help carers access information, support, assessments, community resources and opportunities that improve wellbeing and sustain their caring role.
• Undertake statutory Carer’s Assessments on behalf of Kent County Council; understand carers' rights under the Care Act and ensure needs, outcomes and wellbeing are considered.
• Travel to carers in communities and provide support through home visits as needed.

Job description

Carer Support Officer – Thanet

Salary

Up to £25,884 per annum

Location

Based from Involve Offices, with regular travel across East Kent. Hybrid work is also available.

Type

Permanent

Published

35 minutes ago...

Closing date

21 Oct 2026

Would you like to work for an organisation that believes that everyone, regardless of the challenges they face, should have the opportunity to thrive?

• Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week
• Annual Leave: 30 days plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Salary: Up to £25,884 per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Employed by: Involve
• Responsible to: Community Team Manager
• Based: Based from Involve Offices, with regular travel across East Kent. Hybrid work is also available.

We are looking for a Carer Support Officer to identify, support and empower unpaid carers throughout their caring journey. Working alongside carers of all ages, backgrounds and caring roles, you will help people access information, support, assessments, community resources and opportunities that improve their wellbeing and help them sustain their caring role if they choose to do so.

A key part of this role is undertaking statutory Carer’s Assessments on behalf of Kent County Council, helping carers understand their rights under the Care Act and ensuring that their needs, outcomes and wellbeing are fully considered.

You will need to be able to drive and have access to a vehicle for this role, as it involves community and home visits. The role includes providing regulated activity with adults, so employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We consider all disclosures on an individual basis and are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment.

At Involve, we believe our team should reflect the richness and diversity of our society. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and life experiences, including lived experience that helps you understand the challenges our communities face. Whether you bring professional expertise, potential, or a perspective shaped by your own journey, we value what makes you unique and encourage you to apply.

You can find out lots more about working for Involve on our website www.involvekent.org.uk/joinus including a full Job Description and Person Specification for the role.

Carer Support Officer – Thanet

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