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Support Worker – £13.50 per hour Respect4Care – Herne Bay, Whitstable & surrounding areas Full-time & Part-time | £13.50 per hour | On the road / Community-based Make a real difference every day Respect4Care is an established community care provider with over 30 years of combined experience in the Kent care industry and a strong reputation, including 5-star reviews. We are looking for compassionate, reliable and motivated Support Workers to join our small, friendly team. You will support people in their own homes and out in the community, helping them maintain their independence, dignity, safety and wellbeing. No previous care experience is required. What matters most is that you genuinely care about people, communicate well, can solve problems and are committed to providing respectful, person-centred care. The role You will work in line with each client's person-centred care plan and provide support with day-to-day activities and personal care. Your responsibilities may include: • Providing high-quality personal care, including washing, dressing and toileting., • Supporting service users with mobility and medication prompts., • Preparing meals and assisting with light domestic tasks., • Providing companionship and emotional support., • Helping to reduce loneliness and promote independence and wellbeing., • Maintaining accurate and timely care records., • Communicating effectively with service users, families and other professionals., • Following safeguarding, health & safety, confidentiality and other care procedures., • Working independently while being part of a supportive care team. Hours & shift patterns We offer both part-time and full-time opportunities, with flexibility discussed at interview. Typical shifts include: • Morning: 6:45am–2:00pm, • Evening: 4:00pm–10:00pm, • Alternative weekends, • Flexible hours available depending on your availability and the needs of the service. What we're looking for You will need: • A genuine passion for supporting and caring for others., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • A positive, energetic and reliable approach., • Good problem-solving skills., • The ability to work independently and as part of a team., • A full UK driving licence., • Access to your own vehicle, as the role involves travelling between clients., • The right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. Previous care experience is not essential – full training, shadowing and ongoing development will be provided. What we offer • £13.50 per hour, • Paid mileage, • Company pension, • Holiday entitlement (pro rata), • Free uniform, • Free DBS, • Paid in-house training and shadowing, • Professional development programme, • Ongoing training and career development, • Employee mentoring programme, • Refer a Friend Scheme, • Supportive management and a friendly team environment, • Opportunities for career progression, • £100 monthly supermarket voucher of your choice for your first 3 months, subject to terms and conditions Important information Respect4Care does not currently hold a Home Office sponsor licence. Applicants must therefore have full right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. This role is subject to a DBS check. Work location: Clients' homes and the community across Herne Bay, Whitstable and surrounding areas. Ready to make a difference? Join Respect4Care as a Support Worker and help us provide compassionate, respectful care that enables people to live with greater comfort, independence and dignity. Apply today and become part of our supportive team. Respect4Care is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected and encouraged to speak out.

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We are looking for an experienced Youth Worker to help at our Chill-in Youth Club every other Tuesday during term time, from 4.30pm to 7.30pm, plus one day per week during school holidays at Chill-Out, from 9.30am to 3.30pm. All working dates are planned in advance. This role would suit someone looking for a small amount of regular term-time work alongside additional hours during school holidays. SNAAP is a small, friendly charity supporting disabled children, young people and their families. We provide opportunities for children and young people to have fun, develop confidence, make friends and take part in activities in a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment. We are looking for an experienced Youth Worker to join our team and help deliver our Chill-in Youth Club for disabled young people aged 11–25 at our venue, Windchimes in Herne Bay, alongside our Chill-Out school holiday programme which is held in the community as days out. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong youth work experience who enjoys helping young people develop confidence, independence and friendships. Experience of working with disabled young people would be an advantage, but we recognise that knowledge and skills in this area can be developed through experience and support. Our young people have low to moderate support needs. Main responsibilities • Help deliver fun, engaging and inclusive youth club and holiday activities., • Build positive, respectful relationships with young people and encourage their confidence, independence and social development., • Encourage young people to make choices, express their views, develop friendships and participate in activities., • Adapt activities to reflect individual interests, abilities and support needs., • Help create a positive atmosphere where young people feel safe, valued and respected., • Support young people who may become anxious, upset or distressed, responding calmly and appropriately., • Work collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers to ensure sessions run smoothly., • Take responsibility for leading Chill-out sessions., • Follow safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and SNAAP procedures., • Maintain appropriate records and report any concerns or incidents to the relevant member of staff., • Communicate appropriately with parents and carers and contribute to positive relationships with families., • Help set up activities and tidy away at the end of sessions., • Contribute ideas for new activities and ways to develop the youth and holiday programmes. About you We are looking for someone who: • Has strong experience working with young people in a youth work or similar setting., • Enjoys engaging with young people and understands the importance of building positive relationships., • Is enthusiastic, approachable, patient and reliable., • Is confident adapting their approach to meet different needs and interests., • Can respond calmly and positively to challenging situations., • Has good communication and teamwork skills., • Is organised, flexible and willing to take the initiative when needed., • Understands safeguarding and the importance of maintaining professional boundaries., • Is keen to learn about disability and develop their skills in supporting disabled young people., • Is willing to take the lead when required while working collaboratively as part of the wider team. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

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