Support Worker

At Avenues we recognise that well-supported staff are better equipped to deliver exceptional care to the individuals we serve and to fulfil our organisational vision. If you are seeking your next opportunity in social care or considering a rewarding career change, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Support Worker -  Birchington/Margate, Kent.

£25,845 per annum + £1200 complexity payment per annum (pro rata) 

Full and part time hours available - Drivers with full UK licence are preferrable

We are recruiting Support Workers to join our team in Birchington, providing care for three adult brothers with learning disabilities, autism, and complex challenging behaviours.

Successful candidates will demonstrate quick thinking, proactivity, and genuine enthusiasm for supporting individuals across all aspects of their personal lives.

Whilst no two days are identical, typical responsibilities may include:

• Supporting individuals to engage in daily living activities, including full participation in their local community and beyond.
• Facilitating social activities and maintaining connections with family and friends.
• Assisting with financial management.
• Maintaining a clean and comfortable home environment and undertaking shopping duties.
• Providing and encouraging personal care.
• Deriving satisfaction from your work
• And enjoying what you do!

Previous experience in social care is not essential. We provide comprehensive accredited and award-winning training programmes at no cost, including the Health and Social Care Diploma, to support your professional development.

Benefits you can expect!  

• Early Pay – ability to access your earnings more frequently if you wish.
• Paid enhanced DBS. 
• Flexible working.
• Paid annual leave (pro rata).
• Access to high quality training that supports your career development.
• Contributory pension scheme with life assurance.
• Shopping discounts via Blue Light Card and The Benefits website. 
• Recommend a friend scheme - earn up to £500. 
• Free and confidential 24/7 access to the health portal, counselling and support

Apply now! We look forward to hearing from you.

As part of our commitment to the “Disability Confident Scheme”, candidates who declare a disability, and meet the key criteria for this role, will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at the interview stage.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.