Supported Living Assistant - Various Hours Available to Suit You, Aylesford
Client: Sense
Location: Aylesford, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: fd04a8fb1646
Job Views: 4
Posted: 29.06.2025
Expiry Date: 13.08.2025
Job Description:
Looking for a new challenge?
Work with Sense and make a real difference to the lives of the people we support and their families.
Join our supported living service located in Aylesford, Kent.
We offer £11.75 per hour with enhanced rates for overtime and annual pay reviews/rises.
You will work across 3 units in the same home, providing support in all aspects of life, such as shopping, housework, cooking, laundry, etc. You will also support outings into the community for activities and work! Join our friendly team and bring your ideas.
Shifts start from 7am and finish at 10pm, with varied days and nights available.
We are flexible with hours, ideal for working parents around school hours!
Benefits:
* 32 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays (pro-rata)
* Matched pension contributions up to 5%
* Free life assurance
* Cashback and discounts on high street brands and 10% off at Sense charity shops
* Cycle to work scheme
* Travel season ticket loans
* Enhanced sick pay
* Free Headspace app access
* Free DBS check if needed
* £350 refer-a-friend scheme
* Free access to 100+ training courses, including care certificate
* Ongoing development opportunities
We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants who are:
* Positive, with a can-do attitude
* Caring, patient, and empathetic
* Good communicators and listeners
* Caring/support work experience desirable
* Have right to work in the UK
* Full UK driving license desirable
* BSL skills desirable
* Knowledge of multisensory impairments or learning difficulties beneficial
* Passionate about helping others
* Willing to attend training as needed
No two days are the same
This role may include supporting with:
* Daily tasks like cooking and cleaning
* Personal care and hygiene
* Finances
* Medication and wellbeing
* Community outings for shopping and trips
* Supporting social and nightlife activities
Everyone we support is unique, and so is their care. See the detailed duties in the attached job description.
Why work for Sense?
Sense is a national charity supporting deafblind individuals and those with complex disabilities. We believe everyone should participate fully in life.
Our work empowers individuals to communicate, experience the world, and reach their potential.
While demanding, working at Sense is rewarding and meaningful.
Ready to make a difference?
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