Support Worker

Sense; Margate; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A renowned charity organization in Margate is seeking Support Workers to provide compassionate care and support to individuals with complex disabilities. This permanent role requires no prior experience as full training will be provided. Applicants must have a manual driving licence to operate Sense vehicles. The position offers 37.5 hours of work per week with a competitive salary of £12.50 per hour.

Benefits

24 days of annual leave

Matched pension contributions up to 5%

Free life assurance policy

Cashback and discounts on high street brands

Cycle to work scheme

Travel season ticket loans

Enhanced sick pay

Free DBS check if needed

£350 refer-a-friend scheme

Access to over 100 online training courses

Free access to mindfulness application

Qualifications

• Must hold a full manual UK Driver’s Licence and be willing to drive a Sense vehicle.
• No previous experience required; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene.
• Manage finances and medication.
• Facilitate community outings.

Skills

Positive attitude

Caring and empathetic

Passionate about enhancing lives

Problem solving

Tools

Manual driving licence

Job description

Looking for a new challenge? Work with Sense and make a real difference to the lives of the people we support and their families!

We have a fantastic opportunity at our CQC outstanding service in Margate for Support Workers to join our team. This is a permanent role, working 37.5 hours per week.

You must hold a full manual UK Driver’s Licence and be willing to drive a Sense vehicle for this role.

You don’t need any previous experience to become a support worker with Sense. We’ll give you full training for our part time and full time roles.

Sense is offering a Support Worker in Margate at £12.50 per hour.

Our service is home to four very characterful individuals with very different personalities. We believe first and foremost that this is their home we just happen to work in it, and it should feel homely and comfortable. We are looking for someone with a can‑do attitude and a great problem solver able to coach members of the team.

The person‑centered care at our service has helped the creative development of our garden area, helped the people we support become part of the local society and meant they have maintained strong links with their family members. One of our people was even able to fulfil their desire of climbing the O2!

One member of staff said “I feel so privileged to have this job and would love other people to have the same chance as me. I wouldn’t have applied for this job through an advert as I considered myself inexperienced and underqualified however I’m so pleased I took the plunge. I work with an amazingly supportive team and support amazing people. job satisfaction 100%.”

We're looking for enthusiastic applicants who:

• Positive, with a can‑do attitude.
• Caring and empathetic.
• Passionate about enhancing other people’s lives.
• Willing to attend training as needed to support you in your role.
• Hold a manual driving licence and be willing to drive Sense vehicles.
• No two days will be the same.

Here at Sense, we support people with complex disabilities to live the life they choose. Your priority will be empowering the people you support to live an independent life.

This role in Margate might include supporting people with:

• Everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Personal care and hygiene.
• Finances.
• Medication and wellbeing.
• Going into the community for shopping or other trips.
• Their social life and nightlife.

Everyone we support is an individual, so their care is as unique as they are. You can see a more detailed description of duties in the job description attached at the bottom of this advert.

About Sense

We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader.

Working at Sense

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

Benefits

• 24 days of annual leave.
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%.
• Free life assurance policy.
• Cashback and discounts on high street brands (and 10% off at Sense charity shops!).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Free DBS check if your role needs one.
• A £350 refer‑a‑friend scheme.
• Free access to over 100 online and face‑to‑face training courses, including the care certificate.
• Wisdom App—free access for all employees to mindfulness application.

Ready to make a difference?

To apply, please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0121 393 4529 or [e-mail].

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Equality and Diversity

For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. For more information please visit: https://www.sense.org.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/