Female Support Worker

The Avenues Trust Group; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Pay

Enhanced DBS check

Flexible working

Paid annual leave

Training and development

Contributory pension

Blue Light Card discounts

Recommend a Friend scheme

Job summary

The Avenues Trust Group is seeking a Female Support Worker in Gillingham, offering full-time opportunities with a salary of £25,845 per year (pro rata). A full UK driving licence is essential to drive the service minibus, and paid training along with career development is provided.

You will support five individuals with complex health and learning needs, helping them live independent, fulfilling lives within our community.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Paid enhanced DBS check is provided.
• Ability to support people with learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Team-based, person-centred care approach.

Responsibilities

• Support five individuals with complex health needs in a supported living setting.
• Provide personal care with dignity, respect and compassion.
• Encourage independence and assist with daily living tasks.
• Help individuals access the local community and engage in activities.
• Collaborate with a friendly, supportive team to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Driving licence

Empathy

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Job description

Female Support Worker

Full Time Opportunities £25,845 per year (pro rata)

A Full UK Manual driving licence is essential to drive our service mini bus.

Looking for a career where every day makes a difference?

Join Avenues as a Support Worker and help people with learning disabilities and complex needs live happy, independent and fulfilling lives. You'll build meaningful relationships, learn new skills and go home each day knowing you've made a real impact.

At Avenues, we're more than a workplace – we're a community where people smile, laugh, grow and achieve great things together. We believe that when our colleagues feel valued and supported, the people we support thrive too.

About the role

You'll be supporting five individuals with complex health needs, physical disabilities and learning disabilities in our supported living service in Gillingham, Medway. The service is conveniently located close to both Chatham and Gillingham town centres and is just a five-minute walk from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre.

The people we support enjoy active, fulfilling lives and love getting out into the local community every day. Whether it's shopping, attending activities, visiting local attractions or spending time with friends and family, you'll play an important role in helping them enjoy the life they choose.

Every day is different, but you could be:

• Supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, epilepsy and physical disabilities.
• Encouraging independence while providing the right level of support.
• Assisting with daily living tasks such as cooking, shopping and managing money.
• Supporting people to access their local community and enjoy hobbies and interests.
• Providing personal care with dignity, respect and compassion.
• Working as part of a friendly, supportive team to deliver outstanding person-centred care.

You'll receive paid training from day one, along with nationally recognised qualifications to help you build a rewarding long-term career.

All we ask is that you bring:

• A positive attitude.
• Kindness and compassion.
• A willingness to learn.
• A full UK driving licence.

What you'll receive

As well as a rewarding career, you'll enjoy a fantastic range of benefits, including:

• £25,845 per year (pro rata)
• Early Pay – access part of your earned wages before payday
• Paid enhanced DBS check
• Flexible working opportunities
• Paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Award-winning training and career development
• Contributory pension scheme with life assurance
• Blue Light Card and Benefits website discounts
• Recommend a Friend scheme – earn up to £500
• Free, confidential 24/7 wellbeing support and counselling

Everyone is welcome

We're proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, you'll be guaranteed an interview.

Ready to start a career that feels good?

If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely change lives while building a rewarding career of your own, we'd love to hear from you.