Carer Support Officer – Ashford & Folkestone
Salary
Up to £25,884 per annum
Location
Based from Involve Offices, with regular travel across East Kent. Hybrid work is also available.
Type
Permanent
Published
1 hour ago…
Closing date
21 Oct 2026
Would you like to work for an organisation that believes that everyone, regardless of the challenges they face, should have the opportunity to thrive?
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per weekAnnual Leave: 30 days plus bank holidaysSalary: Up to £25,884 per annumContract: PermanentEmployed by: InvolveResponsible to: Community Team ManagerBased: Based from Involve Offices, with regular travel across East Kent. Hybrid work is also available.
We are looking for a Carer Support Officer to identify, support and empower unpaid carers throughout their caring journey. Working alongside carers of all ages, backgrounds and caring roles, you will help people access information, support, assessments, community resources and opportunities that improve their wellbeing and help them sustain their caring role if they choose to do so.
A key part of this role is undertaking statutory Carer’s Assessments on behalf of Kent County Council, helping carers understand their rights under the Care Act and ensuring that their needs, outcomes and wellbeing are fully considered.
You will need to be able to drive and have access to a vehicle for this role, as it involves community and home visits. The role includes providing regulated activity with adults, so employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We consider all disclosures on an individual basis and are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment.
At Involve, we believe our team should reflect the richness and diversity of our society. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and life experiences, including lived experience that helps you understand the challenges our communities face. Whether you bring professional expertise, potential, or a perspective shaped by your own journey, we value what makes you unique and encourage you to apply.
You can find out lots more about working for Involve on our website www.involvekent.org.uk/joinus including a full Job Description and Person Specification for the role.
Carer Support Officer – Ashford & Folkestone
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