Outreach Support Worker

Overview

At Aspens we work across Kent and Sussex supporting individuals with autistic spectrum conditions, learning disabilities and physical disabilities. We provide high‑quality care and support to individuals on the autism spectrum and with learning disabilities, meeting their needs and aspirations and empowering them to learn and grow through an integrated network of services across the South‑East.

As a Disability Confident employer, Aspens Charities is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. We actively promote the recruitment, retention, and career development of people with disabilities, recognising the invaluable contributions they make to our organisation. We are dedicated to ensuring an accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

• Comprehensive paid training and opportunities for career progression, including recognised qualifications in health and social care
• Paid DBS check – we will recover the cost should your employment terminate for any reason, other than redundancy, before passing your probation
• Flexible work arrangements with the option to take on additional bank shifts
• Annual leave (including bank holidays) pro‑rated based on your hours, with additional leave accrued with length of service
• Nest pension and death in service benefit
• Access to a dedicated employee assistance programme and mental health first aiders
• 20 % discount at Aspens High Street Stores for all staff
• Discounted menu at the Bluebell Café (Pembury) for employees
• Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £250 for every successful referral
• Employee recognition programmes, including ‘Employee of the Month’

• Support individuals with autism, learning disabilities, physical disabilities and mental health issues to lead independent and fulfilling lives
• Deliver domestic duties, including preparing ingredients and cooking healthy meals, and provide personal care as required in a sensitive manner
• Offer emotional and behavioural support when needed and provide emotional and behavioural support when needed
• Provide personal care when required in a sensitive manner, and provide emotional and behavioural support when needed
• Assist individuals to take part in activities, be it within the community or within the home, supporting individuals to make their own choices, learn new skills to be as independent as possible and to achieve their ambitions as set out in their care plan
• Cover a mixture of early and late shifts (including at weekends) as well as sleep‑in shifts, with the option to fit in with your availability

• Passional and positive attitude towards supporting people with autism, learning disabilities, physical disabilities and mental health issues
• Good communication skills, including listening skills and the ability to communicate effectively using a variety of methods as required
• Willingness to support individuals in whatever activities they choose to do, including domestic tasks and personal care
• Flexible and willing to cover early and late shifts, including weekends and sleep‑in shifts, as needed
• Desire to learn and take advantage of the full training, support and career opportunities Aspens provides
• Accommodation, empathy, and a compassionate, caring and friendly approach to support work

Part‑time role (16‑20 hours per week, including some weekends). Pay £12.21 per hour. Optional sleep‑in shifts available at £62 per night when available.

Please submit your CV directly to  or use the application form available on the website.