Support Worker

AWE; Sheerness; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Une organisation de premier plan, East Kent Mencap, recherche un Support Worker à temps partiel pour apporter un soutien à des individus avec des handicaps d'apprentissage. Ce rôle non seulement promet une grande satisfaction au travail mais également l'opportunité de faire une réelle différence dans la vie des personnes. En rejoignant notre équipe, vous bénéficierez d'un salaire concurrentiel, de congés annuels, d'allocations de stage, et de nombreuses formations pour le développement professionnel.

Benefits

Pension d'entreprise

Programme d'assistance aux employés

Opportunités de formation continues

Remises sur shopping et loisirs

Qualifications

• Vous pourriez être nouvellement diplômé en Santé et Services Sociaux ou un travailleur de soutien expérimenté.
• Les candidats avec une attitude positive et l'envie d'apprendre seront bienvenus.

Responsibilities

• Fournir un soutien aux personnes vulnérables avec des handicaps d'apprentissage.
• Aider à promouvoir l'indépendance et une vie épanouissante dans la communauté.

Skills

Compassion

Travail avec des personnes vulnérables

Education

Niveau 2 en Santé et Services Sociaux

Job description

Location: Sheerness
Department: Day Resource
Job Type: Part time
Contract Type: Permanent

Hub/ Community/ Housing Support Worker (Sheerness):

We all know the right job can be life-changing, but how about a job that just might change someone else’s life as well?

East Kent Mencap is a leading organisation committed to providing support and care for individuals with learning disabilities. We believe in promoting independence and helping our Members to lead fulfilling lives in the community. We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join our team and make a positive impact in the lives of those we support.

What’s in it for me?

• £14k base salary
• You will receive a pro-rata holiday entitlement equivalent to 28 days per year for full-time employees
• Company pension
• Competitive salary and benefits package (including shopping and recreation discounts, length of service holidays and sickness cover, and an employee assistance programme)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, including funded apprenticeships

What’s the role?

You might have just finished your Health and Social Care training. You may be an experienced support worker or perhaps you are willing to learn and share your experiences. Your salary and training will be based on where you are in your career. Your salary increases with training, too!

This role requires you to be working at a Level 2 in Health and Social Care. If you do not have this qualification, we can develop you through an apprenticeship. We just need your desire to sign up!

There’s no getting away from it, this job isn’t always easy but there is great job satisfaction and you can make a real difference to peoples lives. You’ll be providing support to vulnerable people with learning disabilities.

People who are used to working with learning disabilities are great candidates, as are those who have the right attitude and aptitude.

This role will give you the chance to make a positive impact in the lives of those we support.

It just might be the most rewarding job on the local market today.

East Kent Mencap is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

You may also have experience in the following: Housing Officer, Support Worker, Housing, Vulnerable People, Charities, Social Worker, Community Development, Volunteer, Housing Support Worker, Challenging Behaviour, Residential Care Worker, Charity, etc.

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