Support Worker

Support Worker Rochester

Full-time opportunities available

£25,845 per annum (pro rata)

A full UK manual driving licence is essential for this role, and you must be willing to drive the service vehicle.

Looking for a career where no two days are the same? At Avenues, you'll support people to live the life they choose while building a rewarding career of your own.

Whether you're already working in social care or looking for a meaningful career change, we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

We're looking for caring and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our friendly team in Rochester, supporting five adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and communication needs within a residential service.

You'll play an important role in supporting people to live as independently as possible, achieve their personal goals and enjoy fulfilling lives. From helping people develop life skills to supporting them to access their local community, every day brings new opportunities to make a positive difference.

As part of this role, you'll be required to drive the service vehicle to support people to attend appointments, access their local community and enjoy activities they love, so a full UK manual driving licence is essential.

No two days are ever the same. As a Support Worker, you'll:

• Support people to live as independently as possible while promoting choice, dignity and respect

• Assist with everyday tasks such as cooking, shopping, budgeting and maintaining a home

• Encourage participation in hobbies, activities and community life

• Support people to build and maintain relationships with family and friends

• Provide respectful, person-centred personal care where required

• Drive the service vehicle to support people to access appointments, activities and community opportunities

• Help people achieve their personal goals and celebrate their achievements, no matter how big or small

If you're compassionate, reliable and eager to learn, we'd love to hear from you.

We provide award-winning, fully funded training, including recognised Health and Social Care qualifications, giving you everything you need to build a rewarding long-term career with Avenues.

Alongside a rewarding role, you'll enjoy a fantastic benefits package, 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 genuine career progression opportunities

• Contributory pension scheme with life assurance

• Blue Light Card and Bene£its discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment and more

• Recommend a Friend scheme - earn up to £500

• 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including confidential counselling services

At Avenues, we're proud to be an inclusive employer where everyone is valued and respected. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

As a Disability Confident employer, applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.

If you're looking for a career where you can make a genuine difference, build meaningful relationships and go home knowing you've helped someone live life their way, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start your feel-good career with Avenues.