Female Support Worker: Drive Independence & Community

The Avenues Trust Group; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Pay

Enhanced DBS funded

Flexible working patterns

Paid annual leave

Career progression opportunities

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

The Avenues Trust Group in Tunbridge Wells is seeking a Female Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities, autism and other needs in a supported living setting. You will help develop independence and participate in community activities, with driving duties for service vehicles where needed.

Full-time opportunities available; salary £25,845 per annum (pro rata). Training is provided, and a positive, compassionate approach is essential to support individuals to live fulfilling

Qualifications

• Support adults with learning disabilities, autism and physical or mental health needs.
• Be willing to drive service vehicles and hold a full UK driving licence.
• No prior care experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support people to live as independently as possible, promoting choice, dignity and respect.
• Encourage participation in hobbies, activities and community life.
• Assist with cooking, shopping, budgeting and maintaining a home.
• Support people to build and maintain relationships with family and friends.
• Provide respectful, person-centred personal care where required.
• Drive service vehicles to attend appointments and access the community.
• Follow individual support plans and celebrate achievements every day.

Job description

The Avenues Trust Group in Tunbridge Wells is seeking a Female Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities, autism and other needs in a supported living setting. You will help develop independence and participate in community activities, with driving duties for service vehicles where needed.

Full-time opportunities available; salary £25,845 per annum (pro rata). Training is provided, and a positive, compassionate approach is essential to support individuals to live fulfilling