Support Worker

Avenues Group; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care provider is seeking full-time Support Workers in Tunbridge Wells to assist adults with disabilities. The role requires driving and supporting individuals to live independently. Candidates will receive comprehensive training, including recognized qualifications. The position offers flexible working hours, paid annual leave, wellbeing support, and various employee discounts. If you're passionate about making a difference, apply today and start a fulfilling career.

Benefits

Early pay access

Paid enhanced DBS

Flexible working hours

Paid annual leave

Award-winning training

Pension scheme and life assurance

Discounts on shopping and holidays

Recommend a Friend bonus

24/7 wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience with supporting adults with autism and behaviours of concern is desirable.
• Willingness to drive and assist clients in community activities.
• Ability to provide personal care with dignity.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning disabilities, autism, epilepsy, or physical disabilities.
• Help individuals with everyday tasks like shopping and cooking.
• Encourage social connections and participation in community activities.
• Provide personal care respectfully and meaningfully.

Skills

Supporting adults with disabilities

Driving skills

Personal care

Community engagement

Communication

Job description

Looking for a job that feels good? Become a Support Worker with Avenues – Tunbridge Wells.

Full‑time roles available.

£24,829 per year (pro rata).

Drivers MUST have a full UK driving licence.

Shifts are from 7:30 am to 10:00 pm, Monday to Sunday, including long days.

We are looking for Support Workers to work with us in Tunbridge Wells, supporting adults with a range of physical, mental and behavioural support needs on both levels of this supported living service. Ideally you will have experience with supporting adults with autism and behaviours of concern, but we are here to support you and provide resources to learn.

Those we support are energetic and can participate in many community activities such as walking, visiting parks, swimming, bowling, visiting cafés, restaurants and shops; therefore a full UK driving licence and willingness to drive our cars is essential.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, epilepsy, or physical disabilities to live independently
• Helping people with everyday tasks like shopping, cooking, or managing money
• Encouraging people to connect with friends, family, and the community
• Providing personal care (with dignity and respect)
• Making each day meaningful – and having fun while you do it!

We have a variety of services across the location, from supported living homes to self‑contained flats and outreach work. We’ll chat with you to find the best fit.

New to care? Don’t worry! We’ll give you all the training you need – including free, nationally recognised qualifications to help your career grow.

What You’ll Get:

• Early pay – access your wages before payday
• Paid enhanced DBS (so no cost to you)
• Flexible working to suit your lifestyle
• Paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Award‑winning training to boost your skills
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Discounts on shopping, holidays and more (Blue Light Card & Bene£its site)
• Recommend a Friend bonus – up to £500
• 24/7 wellbeing support and counselling

We believe everyone deserves the chance to shine. If you have a disability and meet the basic job criteria, we’ll guarantee you an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme.

Sound good? Apply today – your feel‑good career starts here.