Compassionate Support Worker (30h) – Change Lives

East Kent Mencap; Margate; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Company pension

Discounts & benefits package

Training & apprenticeships

Job summary

East Kent Mencap is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to join the Thanet Hubs, covering Cliftonville and Ramsgate. The role involves planning and delivering daily activities to help members gain life skills and social inclusion.

You’ll work 30 hours per week between 8.30am and 6pm, across two hubs. Driving is essential; a full UK licence held for at least two years is required and the role may include apprenticeship development for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 Health & Social Care (NVQ Level 2) or equivalent.
• Full UK driving licence held for at least two years and applicant aged 21 or over.
• Willingness to learn and develop via apprenticeship if qualification not yet held.
• Comfortable using everyday IT, including Word, email and Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging daily activity sessions to help people with a learning disability.
• Support independence, life skills and social inclusion within the community.
• Travel between Cliftonville and Ramsgate hubs using company vehicles.

Skills

Driving

IT literacy

Compassionate attitude

Dependable

Education

NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Email

Word

Job description

East Kent Mencap is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to join the Thanet Hubs, covering Cliftonville and Ramsgate. The role involves planning and delivering daily activities to help members gain life skills and social inclusion.

You’ll work 30 hours per week between 8.30am and 6pm, across two hubs. Driving is essential; a full UK licence held for at least two years is required and the role may include apprenticeship development for the right candidate.