Support Worker

Leonard Cheshire; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pay before payday option

Blue Light Card discounts

Contributory Pension

Health cash plan

Career development

Free DBS check

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Leonard Cheshire is recruiting a Support Worker in Sevenoaks (TN13 2SD). The role is part-time with on-site shifts, paying £13.38 per hour. The service supports up to 22 disabled adults at Chipstead Lake and requires flexible rota coverage across weekdays and weekends.

We offer full training, a welcoming home-like environment, and opportunities for career development. Applications welcome from all sections of the community; sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living tasks such as personal care, mealtimes and medication
• Encourage independence through a person-centred approach
• Accompany people to appointments, events and community activities
• Keep clear, accurate records
• Help residents live life on their own terms
• Accompany users to appointments and community outings

Job description

Support Worker

Company: Leonard Cheshire

Salary: from £13.38 an hour

Hours: Part-time

Location: Sevenoaks, TN13 2SD

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 29 Sept 2026

Closing date: 29 Oct 2026

£13.38 per hour | Full-time - 34.5 hour per week | Chipstead Lake

“It’s like watching mini-miracles happen here every day.”

That’s how one of our team describes the difference they make. If you’re kind, compassionate, and ready to help others live life their way, we’d love to hear from you.

A home, not just a service

Chipstead Lake, in the peaceful village of Chipstead in Kent, is home for up to 22 disabled adults. Our home has extensive, accessible grounds and incredible views of the village’s large fishing lake. A local pub and a supermarket are very close by, and we’re only a short drive from the town of Sevenoaks. Our service feels like family - relaxed, supportive, and centred around the people who live here. Every day brings new moments to celebrate from small wins in independence to big laughs over mealtimes.

Please Note: Access to and from the service using public transport is limited, please ensure you have the ability to get to the service before applying

We offer full-time hours.

You’ll need to be flexible to work across weekdays and weekends as part of a rota.

Typical shifts include:

• Day shifts: 8am - 8pm, 8am - 2pm, 2pm - 8pm

Why you’ll love working here

• 28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 day every year up to 33 days)
• Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday
• Free Blue Light Card: Enjoy exclusive discounts and perks
• Contributory Pension Scheme with competitive life cover
• Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare when you need it
• Career development: Apprenticeships and recognised qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 support

Enhanced pay: £1.00 per hour will apply to night working (8pm Monday to 7am Friday) weekend working (8pm Friday to 7am Monday). This does not apply to Sleep-Ins.

What you’ll do

• Support with daily living tasks such as personal care, mealtimes, and medication
• Encourage independence through a person-centred approach
• Accompany people to appointments, events, and community activities
• Keep clear, accurate records
• Most importantly - help each person live life on their own terms
• Accompany users to appointments and on community outings

No previous care experience? No problem - we’ll give you all the training you need.

About Leonard Cheshire

For over 75 years, we’ve been supporting disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible. We provide specialist support across residential care, supported living, and respite services for people with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, sensory impairments, and learning disabilities.

Our goal is simple: to create welcoming, safe, and empowering spaces that feel like home - giving people real choice and control over their lives.

Ready to apply?

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with disabilities and will support your requirements for reasonable adjustments wherever possible.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post, and references will be obtained for all role.

Visa sponsorship is not available at this time. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship or are awaiting a visa decision.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme