Complex Needs Support Worker (Flexible Evenings)

East Kent Mencap; Margate; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

East Kent Mencap in Margate (Kent) is hiring part-time support workers to assist individuals with learning disabilities and autism. You will provide one-to-one and small-group activities, helping people achieve personal goals with compassionate, person-centred approaches.

The role involves evening sessions and a flexible schedule, with salary 13.01–13.42 GBP per hour for 24 hours per week. Full induction and training are provided.

Qualifications

• Care certificate required.
• NVQ level 3 (or equivalent, or be willing to work towards).
• Experience in a care/support role would be advantageous.
• Experience of implementing strategies for individuals who express frustrations and needs through challenging behaviour, or be willing to learn these skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex health needs in Margate and Ramsgate on a 2:1 basis.
• Plan and deliver engaging sessions, facilitate activities, and work with individuals to achieve personal goals.
• Involve occasional evening work in clubs and flexible availability.

Skills

Experience in care/support

Challenging behaviour approaches

Compassionate approach

Clear communication

Interest in people

Education

Care certificate

NVQ Level 3

Job description

East Kent Mencap in Margate (Kent) is hiring part-time support workers to assist individuals with learning disabilities and autism. You will provide one-to-one and small-group activities, helping people achieve personal goals with compassionate, person-centred approaches.

The role involves evening sessions and a flexible schedule, with salary 13.01–13.42 GBP per hour for 24 hours per week. Full induction and training are provided.