Support worker - female

Sense; Margate; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 24 days + bank holidays

Pension contributions up to 5%

Free life assurance

Discounts on high street brands

Cycle to work scheme

Travel season ticket loans

Free DBS check

Training courses (100+ online and in‑p

Wisdom wellbeing app access

Job summary

Sense is seeking compassionate, enthusiastic Support Workers to join our CQC Outstanding service in Margate. You’ll help people access the community, take part in activities, and live more independent, meaningful lives.

This permanent role offers a £13 per hour (£25,350 per annum) and 37.5 hours a week with various shift patterns including weekends; full UK manual driving licence is required to support people in the community, plus a commitment to training and development.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; full training provided.
• Must hold a full UK manual driving licence.
• Positive, caring, empathetic and team-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support four individuals to enjoy full, active lives with community access, activities and outings.
• Assist with day-to-day tasks such as personal care, cooking, medication and maintaining a comfortable home.
• Encourage independence, social engagement and participation in hobbies and trips.

Skills

Driving licence (UK manual)

Compassionate

Enthusiastic

Team player

Willing to train

Job description

Looking for a role where your days are active, varied, and genuinely meaningful?

At Sense, we’re looking for compassionate, enthusiastic Support Workers to join our CQC Outstanding service in Margate.

£13 per hour/£25,350 per annum | 37.5 hours per week (various shift patterns including weekends only, part time and full time opportunities available) | Permanent

You must hold a full UK manual driving licence and be willing to drive a Sense vehicle to support people to access the community, attend activities, and enjoy the things they love.

At Sense in Margate, this opportunity offers far more than a typical support role – it’s about being part of everyday moments that bring job, independence, and purpose to the people we support.

What Our Team Says
"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 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%."

About our home:

Life here is vibrant and community focused. You will be supporting four individuals to enjoy full, active lives from relaxed afternoons by the beach to supporting visits to Canterbury, theme parks, London for exciting day trips, joining in with swimming sessions, social evenings and trips to local clubs.

The people we support take part in meaningful work experiences, volunteering at community church, working in charity shops and gardening. You will enhance their experience with your support.

Even in quieter winter months, there’s always something engaging happening – creative indoor activities like cooking, baking, and hands‑on experiments that keep everyone involved and inspired.

This role is about supporting people to live fulfilling, independent lives. Alongside fun and social activities, you’ll also be involved in day‑to‑day support such as personal care, medication, cooking, and maintaining a comfortable home environment.

Who We’re Looking For

You don’t need previous experience as we provide full training. What matters most is your attitude and values. We’d love to hear from you if you are:

• Positive, with a can‑do attitude
• Caring and empathetic
• Passionate about enhancing other people’s lives
• A supportive team player who can help coach others
• Willing to attend training and develop in your role
• A confident driver with a full UK manual licence
• 24 days’ holiday + bank holidays; increasing with length of service
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%.
• Free life assurance
• Cashback and discounts on high street brands (including 10% off Sense shops)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Travel season ticket loans
• Free DBS check (if required)
• Access to 100+ online and face‑to‑face training courses (including the Care Certificate)
• Free access to the Wisdom wellbeing app

If you’re looking for a role that’s active, meaningful, and full of heart; we’d love to welcome you to the team.

About Sense

Sense is here to break down barriers alongside disabled people with complex needs. That's why we're committed to increasing the number of disabled people working across our organisation and creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

We actively encourage disabled people to apply for our vacancies and believe that a diverse range of perspectives, experiences and talents makes us stronger.

We know there's always more we can do to become a truly inclusive employer, and we're working together to achieve that. Join us and help create the change thousands of disabled people with complex needs and families told us they want to see: a world without limits.

If you need us to adjust our recruitment process to help you access our vacancies, then please get in touch with a member of the talent acquisition team. We are a disability confident leader and commit to interviewing disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for a role. More information on this can be found here Our commitment as an employer | Sense Careers

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.

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/