Support Worker - Blean, Herne Bay & Whitstable, Kent

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Job Reference affinity/TP/688/2406

Apply for this job Contract Type: Full Time Salary: £13.00 - £13.00 Working Hours: 37.5 Location: Blean, Kent Closing Date: 28/11/2026

Job Introduction

Location: Blean, with shifts in Whitstable and Herne Bay as required
Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent
Training: Full training provided, including a fully funded NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
Requirements: Full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle, and the ability to work occasional waking night shifts
Sponsorship: Not available

Could you make a difference with just a smile?

Sometimes the smallest actions can have the biggest impact. Taking the time to listen, encourage, and support someone to make their own choices can help them live a more independent and fulfilling life.

As a Support Worker, you'll empower people to do the things many of us take for granted. Whether it's a trip to the local shops, trying a new hobby, joining a gym, enjoying a day out, or even going on holiday, you'll be there to provide the support that makes these experiences possible.

About the Role

You'll support people across our locations in Blean, Whitstable, and Herne Bay. The individuals we support enjoy a wide range of activities, including long walks, swimming, cinema trips, shopping, listening to music, relaxing in the garden, going for drives, playing golf, and visiting theme parks.

Your role will be to help people take part in the activities they enjoy while supporting them to maintain their independence, build confidence, and achieve their personal goals.

This role includes a variety of day shifts and occasional waking night shifts. Applicants must be willing and able to work some waking nights as required. During waking night shifts, you will remain awake throughout the shift to provide support, reassurance, and assistance when needed. Day shifts focus on supporting people with daily living tasks and accessing their local community.

About You

You don't need previous experience to join us. What matters most is your compassion, positive attitude, and desire to make a difference.

We provide full training and ongoing support, equipping you with the skills and confidence to support people with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs.

Why Join Affinity Trust?

• Build meaningful relationships and make a positive impact every day
• Support people to achieve goals and enjoy new experiences
• Be valued for who you are and the contribution you make
• Receive comprehensive training and a fully funded NVQ Level 2 qualification

Our Benefits

• Buy and sell annual leave scheme
• Access your earned pay through Stream
• Employee wellbeing support
• Simply Health plan, including GP, dental, and optical cover
• Blue Light Card reimbursement
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance

An enhanced DBS check is required for this role and will be paid for by us.

We review applications as they are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

If you require any support with your application or need recruitment documents in a more accessible format, please let us know.

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Attached documents:

• Recruitment FAQs.pdf
• Affinity Trust Support Worker Job Description & Person Specification.pdf

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