Location: Margate, Ramsgate (Thanet), Herne Bay
Hours - Flexible hours
Contract Type: zero hours contract
Salary: £12.21 per hour

We all know the right job can be life-changing – but how about a job that just might change someone else’s life too?

At East Kent Mencap, we’re passionate about empowering people with a learning disability to live independent, fulfilling lives in their communities. We’re looking for compassionate, flexible, and motivated individuals to join our team as Support Workers on a zero-hour contract, working across supported living, hubs, and the community.

What’s in it for me?

*Company pension
*Competitive salary and benefits package (including shopping and recreation discounts and an employee assistance programme)
*Ongoing training and development opportunities, including funded apprenticeships
*Holiday Entitlement: You will accrue paid holiday based on the hours you work, in line with statutory entitlements.

What’s the role?

As a Support Worker at East Kent Mencap, you’ll provide person-centred care and support to individuals with a learning disability. Your work will vary day-to-day, but your impact will always be meaningful. Whether helping someone develop life skills, supporting them, or simply being a friendly face, you’ll be making a real difference.

You might have just finished your Health and Social Care training. You may be an experienced Support Worker, or perhaps you are willing to learn and share your experiences.

This role requires you to be working at a Level 2 in Health and Social Care. If you do not have this qualification, we can develop you through an apprenticeship. We just need your desire to sign up.

You’ll be providing support to vulnerable people with a learning disability.

This role will give you the chance to make a positive impact on the lives of those we support.

It just might be the most rewarding job on the local market today.

East Kent Mencap is committed to the Equality Act, ensuring safety and protection from harm and harassment for all.

You may also have experience in the following: Support Worker, Social Care Worker, Support Assistant, Care Assistant, Learning Disability Support Worker, Autism Support Worker, Supported Living Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Health & Social Care Worker, Personal Care Assistant (PCA), Complex Needs Support Worker, Independent Living Support Worker, Care and Support Worker

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