Senior Support Worker/ Team Leader (KEM1) in East Malling inEast Malling PUBLISHED FRI 17 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

Senior Support Worker/Team Leader (KEM1) Job details Posting date: 17 October 2025 Salary: £12.45 to £12.55 per hour Hours: Full time Closing date: 16 November 2025 Location: East Malling, West Malling Remote working: On-site only Company: Swanton Care and Community Job type: Permanent Job reference: KEM1 Apply for this job Summary Full time and part time opportunities available Must Drive Must be able to work 7am to 3pm or 3pm to 10pm Our client is a gentleman in his late 30’s with a real zest for life. He lives on his own in a supported living complex where we support him on a 1:1 basis. He requires support with all his personal care, medication, moving and handling, nutrition/ hydration and accessing the community He does live in a remote location (East Malling) so being a driver would be ideal but not necessary – however, our client does have his own car which he likes to use for day’s out – Spending time at home with our client is equally fun as he has a wicked sense of humour which he displays when watching his favourite programmes or engaging in games. Earn competitive pay + develop and grow with a company that cares about you! If you’re outgoing, friendly and passionate about people, you could make a real positive difference as a Senior Support Worker in the Swanton Community Services Team in East Malling. You’ll be supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives within their community. Also, you will be role modelling best practice to other staff and encouraging them to do their very best. You’ll be… Supporting service users with daily activities – providing high quality support to people of all ages to achieve their goals and aspirations Encouraging personal development – helping service users develop valuable life skills Proactive – supporting service users to engage in their local community from going shopping, to attending leisure events Supporting staff – acting as a mentor to other support workers and supporting the Field Care Supervisor You’ll enjoy… Competitive pay – earn up to £31,304.00 (incl 2sleeps/week) Exclusive staff discounts – offers on top brands Local work & paid mileage – short commutes helping local people Excellent career opportunities – develop yourself and your career Paid ongoing training – from our exclusive Training Academy Team Paid holiday – to support your personal life 24/7 support – for your health and mental wellbeing Pension – to help prepare for your future Refer-a-Friend scheme* – earn £200 for every friend that starts with us *T&Cs apply You’ll need… Experience working with adults with disabilities IT literacy Strong communication and interpersonal skills Patience, compassion and a can-do attitude at all times A responsible, dedicated and a flexible approach to work Previous experience working with people with learning disabilities is required. When you join, you’ll receive advanced training from our exclusive Training Academy where you’ll learn the specialist skills to deliver high quality support. All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. Apply now to be a part of our fantastic Team and make the ‘Swanton Difference’ through our focus on quality and compassion.