privateCloses in 40 days

Senior Support Worker Housing

East Kent Mencap

CT92RB

Salary

£13.95 an hour

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

15 October 2026

40 days left

Job description

Senior Support Worker HousingLocation: MargateType: Full time (37 hours) & PermanentSalary: £13.95 per hourBuilding Lives Without LimitsWe all know the right job can be life-changing, but how about a job that just might change someone else’s life as well? East Kent Mencap is a leading organisation committed to providing support and care for individuals with learning disabilities. We believe in promoting independence and helping our Members to lead fulfilling lives in the community. We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Senior Support Worker to join our team and make a positive impact in the lives of those we support.What’s in it for you?

£13.95 per hourAnnual leave allowanceCompany pensionCompetitive salary and benefits package (including shopping and recreation discounts, length of service holidays and sickness cover, and an employee assistance programme)On-going training and development opportunities including funded apprenticeships

About the Role: Your role as Senior Support Worker will be to work as part of a team, be a key worker and support your colleagues to promote the independence of our service users. You will be required to support the manager in the daily running of the service and must be IT literate. You will also undertake staff supervisions and chair team meetings. Previous experience is essential for this opportunity and you must be able to demonstrate a reliable and flexible approach to people with a learning disability. Ideally, you will hold an NVQ3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards it. We just need your desire to sign up!You will be working within a team to provide 24-hour cover, 7 days a week. Therefore, you may be required to work evenings and weekends and cover sleep-ins (paid at £70.47 per night). People who are used to working with learning disabilities are great candidates, as are those who have the right attitude and aptitude.This role will give you the chance to make a positive impact in the lives of those we support.Why Choose East Kent Mencap?Here, we don’t just help people live - we help them thrive. You’ll be joining a team that builds independence, ambition, and self-confidence in every individual we support. If you’re passionate about enabling people to live without limits and achieve their full potential, this is the place for you.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 be interested in or have experience of: Deputy Manager, Team Leader, Senior Care Assistant, Senior Support Worker, Shift Leader, Support Worker, Key Worker, Care Coordinator, Assistant Manager (Care), Housing Support Officer, Senior Youth Worker, Team

Supervisor, Learning Disability Team Leader, Residential Team Leader etc

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Provenance

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Reed

First seen

3 September 2026

Last checked

5 September 2026

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About the employer

EKM
East Kent Mencap

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