Support Worker

KomputerHelp.com; Sheerness; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a dedicated Support Worker in Sheerness to join their team and make a positive impact on individuals with learning disabilities. The role requires a Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care or a willingness to train through an apprenticeship. The position offers a base salary of £23.5k, along with comprehensive benefits including annual leave and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Company pension

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities is preferred.
• Willingness to learn and undertake training through an apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to vulnerable individuals with learning disabilities.
• Work towards promoting independence and fulfilling lives.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Empathy

Education

Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Hub 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?

• £23.5k base salary
• 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• 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 people's 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 roles such as Care Assistant, Learning Disability Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Day Service Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant, Disability Support Worker, etc.

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