Support Worker - Whitstable

Affinity Trust; Tankerton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stream app access to earned pay

Blue Light Card reimbursement

Simply Health health plan

Buy and sell annual leave

Pension and Life Assurance

Job summary

Affinity Trust is recruiting for a dedicated support worker to help people with learning disabilities build independence in daily life. You will provide practical and emotional support, encouraging participation in activities such as walks or visits to cafés, and fostering personal growth.

Training is provided, including NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, with DBS checks required. A full UK driving licence and willingness to drive a mobility vehicle are essential, and sponsorship is not

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence and willingness to drive a mobility vehicle.
• Training provided; opportunities to complete an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care.
• Sponsorship not available for this position; enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities to develop independence in daily tasks.
• Assist with activities such as walks, visiting cafes, or pursuing personal interests.
• Build connections and provide encouragement to empower personal growth.

Job description

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• Training Provided: Full training provided. Opportunities to complete an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
• Required: Full UK manual driving licence and willing to drive mobility vehicle
• Sponsorship is not available for this position

For most of us, making a sandwich is a task we don’t put much thought into— gather the ingredients, put them together, and enjoy! But for some people, making a sandwich is about so much more than just food.

It’s the opportunity to embrace independence.

It’s the joy of discovering new skills.

It’s thefreedom to make personal choices.

It’s amazing how something like preparing a sandwich can boost confidence and help the people we support to embrace life on their own terms.Our support workers guide them to navigate daily challenges and turn these moments into opportunities for empowerment and personal growth. Every sandwich made is a victory, proving that even the smallest tasks can lead to greater independence.

We believe in support that makes a meaningful difference, because what we do matters.

Working with people with Learning Disabilities involves appreciating their own personal journeys. Each day is an opportunity to engage in activities, whether it’s enjoying a walk in the park, visiting a favourite café, or pursuing personal interests. Your role is to inspire, support and promote independence while building a connection with them.

What benefits will I have?

We have a range of benefits that you can mix and match to suit you, such as:

• Stream – an app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it, access to coaching, vouchers, discounts, cashback and more.
• Blue light card – we will reimburse your Blue Light Card membership which provides discounts in your favourite shops and restaurants.
• Simply Health - Fully funded health cash plans giving you access to a 24-hour GP, money back on prescriptions, dental treatment, opticians and access to many more health benefits.
• Buy and sell annual leave – transfer windows open twice a year.
• Pension and Life Assurance - you’ll be enrolled into our Scottish Widows pension scheme and Life Assurance scheme.

Ready to make a difference, one sandwich at a time? Join us in creating a world where everyone has the power to choose.

If you are offered a role with us, you will need to complete an enhanced DBS check. We will submit your application and pay for your check.

Please note that we are actively shortlisting candidates throughout the duration of the advert, interviews will be held as soon as possible and we will make an offer immediately if we find the right candidate.

We’re committed to being Disability Confident and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.