Support Worker

AVENUES LONDON; Margate; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Pay

Fully paid DBS

Flexible working patterns

Paid annual leave

Training and progression opportunities

Pension scheme

Discounts via Blue Light Card

Refer a Friend £500

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Avenues London is seeking a dedicated Support Worker in Margate to assist adults with autism, learning disabilities, physical disabilities and communication challenges. Your role supports independence and community involvement in a range of services including supported living homes and outreach.

The position is full-time, 39 hours per week with a salary of £25,845 per annum (pro rata). A UK driving license is essential and flexibility for all shifts (AM, PM, waking nights and sleep-ins) is

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license essential.
• Must be flexible for all shifts (AM, PM, Waking Nights and Sleep Ins).
• Experience in social care or a willingness to complete accredited training.

Responsibilities

• Support people to live independently and enjoy everyday activities.
• Encourage social connections with family, friends and the local community.
• Assist with finances, household tasks and shopping.
• Provide respectful, person-centred personal care.
• Contribute to creating moments of joy and achievement.

Job description

Job description

• City:Margate
• Vacancy type:Full Time
• Salary:£25,845
• Rate:per annum (pro rata)
• Plus:Benefits

Support Worker (6522)

Support Worker

£25,845 per annum (pro rata) -39 Hours Per week

Full UK automatic driving license essential /Must be flexible for all shifts - AM, PM, Waking Nights and Sleep Ins.

Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference every day? Join Avenues – where people smile, laugh, grow, and achieve great things together.

At Avenues, we believe that when our teams feel valued and supported, they create the best possible outcomes for the people we support. If you’re looking for your next role in social care – or considering a fulfilling career change – we’d love to hear from you!

The Role

We are looking for passionate and caring Support Workers to join our teams in Margate, supporting adults with:

• Autism
• Learning disabilities
• Physical disabilities
• Communication difficulties
• Behaviours that challenge
• Epilepsy

Our services include supported living homes, self-contained flats, and community-based outreach. During your telephone interview, our Recruitment Team will discuss which opportunities best suit your skills and preferences.

Every day is different, but your role will include:

• Supporting people to live independently and enjoy everyday activities
• Encouraging social connections with family, friends, and the local community
• Helping with finances, household tasks, and shopping
• Providing respectful, person-centred personal care
• Most importantly – creating moments of joy and achievement!

No previous experience? No problem!
We provide award-winning, accredited training at no cost to you – including Health and Social Care Diplomas to help you develop your career.

What’s in it for you?

• Early Pay – access your earnings before payday
• Fully paid, enhanced DBS
• Flexible working patterns
• Paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Comprehensive training and career progression opportunities
• Contributory pension scheme with life assurance
• Discounts on shopping, holidays, and more via Blue Light Card and Benefits website
• Recommend a Friend scheme – earn up to £500
• 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including confidential counselling

We celebrate diversity and welcome everyone!

As part of our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme, candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.