Care Assistant - Training and support

Female Support Worker Full Time Opportunities £25,845 per year (pro rata) A Full UK Manual driving licence is essential to drive our service mini bus.  Join Avenues as a Support Worker and help people with learning disabilities and complex needs live happy, independent and fulfilling lives. At Avenues, we're more than a workplace – we're a community where people smile, laugh, grow and achieve great things together. We believe that when our colleagues feel valued and supported, the people we support thrive too. You'll be supporting five individuals with complex health needs, physical disabilities and learning disabilities in our supported living service in Gillingham, Medway . The service is conveniently located close to both Chatham and Gillingham town centres and is just a five-minute walk from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The people we support enjoy active, fulfilling lives and love getting out into the local community every day. Whether it's shopping, attending activities, visiting local attractions or spending time with friends and family, you'll play an important role in helping them enjoy the life they choose. Supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, epilepsy and physical disabilities. Encouraging independence while providing the right level of support. Supporting people to access their local community and enjoy hobbies and interests. Providing personal care with dignity, respect and compassion. Working as part of a friendly, supportive team to deliver outstanding person-centred care. You'll receive paid training from day one, along with nationally recognised qualifications to help you build a rewarding long-term career. A full UK driving licence. Paid enhanced DBS check ~ Flexible working opportunities ~ Paid annual leave (pro rata) ~ Award-winning training and career development ~ Contributory pension scheme with life assurance ~ Blue Light Card and Benefits website discounts ~ Recommend a Friend scheme – earn up to £500 ~ Free, confidential 24/7 wellbeing support and counselling We're proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, you'll be guaranteed an interview. If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely change lives while building a rewarding career of your own, we'd love to hear from you.