Support Worker Supported Living / Training Provided

Frontier Consulting; West Malling; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Pay

Enhanced DBS

Flexible working patterns

Paid annual leave

Training and development

Career progression

Pension

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Avenues is recruiting compassionate Support Workers to help seven adults with learning disabilities, autism and behaviours of concern live the lives they choose in West Malling.

You’ll support independence, build confidence and enable meaningful activities at home and in the community.

Applicants must have full right to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence; Enhanced DBS is provided. We offer flexible working patterns, paid annual leave, excellent training and clear career progression.

Qualifications

• Must have full right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship)
• Full UK driving licence required

Responsibilities

• Support seven adults with learning disabilities, autism and behaviours of concern to live independently and participate in meaningful activities
• Assist with everyday tasks such as cooking, shopping and budgeting
• Provide dignified, person-centred care where needed and support relationships with family and friends
• Encourage participation in hobbies and community life and promote wellbeing

Job description

We are assisting a national supported living organisation to recruit for Supported Living Support Workers to work in the West Malling area.

You must have full right to work (no visa sponsorship are offered) and have a full UK Driving license to be considered.

Whether you're already working in social care or looking for a rewarding career change, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

We're looking for compassionate and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our friendly team in West Malling, supporting seven adults with learning disabilities, autism and behaviours of concern to live the lives they choose.

You’ll play an important role in helping people develop their independence, build confidence and enjoy meaningful experiences both at home and in their local community.

The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities including:

• Swimming
• Bowling
• Visiting local parks and attractions
• Seeing family and friends
• Shopping trips
• Arts, crafts and activities at home

No two days are ever the same, making this a genuinely rewarding and varied role.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Support Worker, you'll:

• Support people to live as independently as possible while achieving their personal goals
• Encourage participation in hobbies, activities and community life
• Assist with everyday tasks such as cooking, shopping, budgeting and maintaining a home
• Support people to build and maintain relationships with family and friends
• Provide dignified, person-centred personal care where required
• Promote choice, independence and wellbeing every day
• Celebrate achievements—big and small—and help create moments that matter

Why Join Avenues?

We invest in our people and offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:

• Early Pay - access part of your earned wages before payday
• Fully paid Enhanced DBS
• Flexible working patterns
• Paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Award-winning training and ongoing development opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways
• Contributory pension scheme with life assurance
• Blue Light Card and Benefits website discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment and more