At a Glance
- Tasks: Support adults with disabilities to live independently and enjoy fulfilling lives.
- Company: Avenues, a caring and inclusive employer in Sevenoaks.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, paid leave, award-winning training, and health support.
- Other info: Join a friendly team and enjoy genuine career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while building a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence; no prior experience needed, training provided.
The predicted salary is between 24750 - 30250 £ per year.
Support Worker | Sevenoaks
Full-time – 39 hours per week
A full UK driving licence is essential for this role, and you'll need to be happy driving our service vehicles. 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 know that when our colleagues feel supported, valued and empowered, they help the people we support live happy, fulfilling lives.
We're looking for caring and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our friendly team in Sevenoaks, supporting adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, epilepsy, communication needs and those receiving end-of-life care within a residential service. Conveniently located just a five-minute walk from Sevenoaks railway station, the service provides personalised, person-centred support to help people live as independently as possible while achieving their goals and enjoying meaningful lives.
As part of the role, you'll support people to access appointments, activities and the local community, so you'll need a full UK driving licence and be comfortable driving our service vehicles.
As a Support Worker, you'll:
- Support people to live as independently as possible while promoting choice, dignity and respect
- Encourage participation in hobbies, activities and community life
- Help people build and maintain relationships with family, friends and their local community
- Provide respectful, person-centred personal care tailored to individual needs
- Support people with health appointments, daily routines and emotional wellbeing
- Celebrate achievements and help create meaningful moments every day
No Experience? We'll 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:
- 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, respected and supported to thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can succeed. 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.
Locations
Care Support Workers Night’s & Weekend’s in Kent, Sevenoaks employer: Avenues Group
At Avenues, we pride ourselves on being more than just a workplace; we are a supportive community dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of those we serve. Located in Birchington, our Assistant Service Manager role offers a unique opportunity to lead with compassion while enjoying flexible working arrangements, high-quality training, and a strong focus on employee development. Join us to inspire your team and contribute to a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.
