Reception Centre Worker

Employer: Kent County Council

Location: Tenterden, South East England, GB

Salary: £26,956 - £27,765

Job type: FULL_TIME, PART_TIME

Posted: 2026-09-05T00:00:00Z

Sector: Healthcare

Job Description

Care Worker Role Responsibility Are you looking for a meaningful career where you'll be able to make a real difference to people's lives every single day? Whether you are new to care or you have got years of experience, we have got the right job for you. Westview is a care centre that provides short term placements, assisting people to regain their independence and meet their aims and objectives. By promoting independence and delivering person centred care, you'll be making a real difference to people's everyday lives. If you are passionate about helping others, you're the perfect candidate and if you are interested in getting qualifications, you can work towards them once you start the job. Your day-to-day might include: Assisting with personal care such as showering and dressing, assisting people to eat and drink, supporting people with their daily activities, monitoring individual's conditions, and engaging service users with social activities. We have three care worker vacancies available, and we can be flexible in the hours offered (to be discussed at interview). We are able to offer you a comprehensive induction package. This will include mandatory training as well as access to multiple personal development courses. You will already hold an NVQ/Diploma Level 2 or equivalent. We can also offer this programme to the right candidate if not held upon commencing employment. You will have a rolling 4-week rota pattern that includes a mixture of morning and afternoon shifts, enabling a more flexible work-life relationship. KCC has a comprehensive staff benefits package including access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, generous holiday entitlement, yearly pay reviews & rewards for exceptional performance, and exclusive discounts with local & national retailers. This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. About The Company Work that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility! KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work. Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. Contact Details For more information, please contact Christina Checksfield: About the Company Work that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility! KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work. Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. Job Description & Person Specification Job description Apply Salary £26,956 - £27,765 per annum Contract type Permanent Full Time Working Hours 37 hours per week Location Westview ICC, Tenterden, United Kingdom Job category Social Care - Unqualified Job Reference REF/TP/156239/15273 Closing Date 2 October, 2026 Apply Directions to Add to watchlist Print this job Refer a friend for this job Your name (required) Your email address (required) Receiver name (required) Your friend's email address (required) This form is protected by Google reCAPTCHA. By using this form you agree to the Google Privacy Policy and Google Terms of Use. Spread the word Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Jobs in the same category Reception Centre Worker - Acacia Court Acacia Court Reception Centre, Faversham, United Kingdom £29,167 - £30,934 per annum Permanent Full Time Apply by 21 September, 2026 Posted on 4 September, 2026 * Reception Centre Worker - Memona Lodge Ashford, United Kingdom £29,167 - £30,934 per annum Permanent Full Time Apply by 21 September, 2026 Posted on 4 September, 2026 * Children's Residential Worker - Sunrise Children's Centre Sunrise Children's centre, London Road, Southborough,Kent, United Kingdom £29,167 - £30,934 pro rata Permanent Part Time Apply by 18 September, 2026 Posted on 4 September, 2026 *

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