Support Worker

Support Worker – Full Time
Location: Birchington, Kent
Hours: Full-time and part-time opportunities available. Flexibility is required to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, evenings and sleep-ins across a seven-day rota.
Salary: £27,045 per annum (pro rata) + £1,200 Complexity Enhancement per annum (pro rata)
Driving: Drivers are preferred due to the location of the service and the needs of the people we support.
Make a Real Difference Every Day
Eleven 11 Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for compassionate, dedicated and enthusiastic Support Workers to join a supportive team in Birchington.
This is a rewarding opportunity to support three adult brothers with learning disabilities, autism and complex challenging behaviours, helping them to live fulfilling, active and as-independent-as-possible lives.
Whether you already have experience in social care or are considering a rewarding career change, this is an excellent opportunity to make a genuine difference. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.
About the Role
You'll be supporting three brothers with their individual needs, promoting independence, choice, dignity and wellbeing.
The role is varied and hands-on, with a strong focus on supporting the individuals to participate fully in their local community, maintain relationships with family and friends, and enjoy activities that are meaningful to them.
You'll need to be proactive, quick-thinking and genuinely enthusiastic about supporting people across all aspects of their daily lives.
What You'll Be Doing
No two days are the same, but you'll be:
• Supporting individuals with daily living activities and encouraging independence.
• Supporting people to access their local community and participate in social activities.
• Helping individuals maintain relationships with family and friends.
• Assisting with financial management and everyday budgeting.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and comfortable home environment.
• Supporting with shopping and household duties.
• Providing and encouraging person-centred personal care where required.
• Supporting individuals to pursue their interests, hobbies and activities.
• Helping people achieve their personal goals and enjoy a fulfilling life.
• Approaching your work with enthusiasm and taking pride in the difference you make.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is:
• Caring, compassionate and reliable.
• Passionate about supporting people to live fulfilling and independent lives.
• Proactive, adaptable and able to think on their feet.
• Comfortable providing personal care.
• Flexible and willing to work a variety of shifts across a seven-day rota.
• A confident communicator and supportive team player.
• Willing to learn and undertake relevant training.
• Previous experience in social care, learning disabilities or autism is beneficial but not essential.
• Drivers are preferred due to the location of the service and the needs of the people we support.
What Our Client Offers
• Early Pay – access part of your earned wages before payday.
• Paid Enhanced DBS check.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Paid annual leave (pro rata).
• Access to high-quality training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunities to gain recognised Health & Social Care qualifications.
• Contributory pension scheme with life assurance.
• Blue Light Card and employee discount scheme.
• Recommend a Friend bonus of up to £500.
• Free, confidential 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including counselling services.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Our client is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds.
As part of their commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme, applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview.
Ready to Apply?
If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Please note: Unfortunately, our client is unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.
To apply, please call Eleven 11 Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed)