Stories
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Job Vacancy – Community Support Worker (Thanet)
Wednesday, 07 November 2018
A support worker is required for 25 hours per week to provide care and/or support people with a learning disability to develop life skills and become as independent as possible within their own homes. This role will involve some elements of travel within the community of Thanet, Kent.
- Published in Jobs, Staff, Supporting people, Working with us
Photography group showcase stunning images
Monday, 29 October 2018
We were delighted to welcome the Mayor of Margate to our photography exhibition this month. The photography group attend weekly sessions at our Margate Resource Centre to learn new skills.
- Published in News, Resource Centres, Stories
Job Vacancy – Complex Needs Support Worker
Monday, 29 October 2018
We are currently looking to expand our team of employees after developing a range of services aimed at supporting children, young people and adults with a learning disability, all of whom will have a wide range of complex physical, behavioural and communication needs.
- Published in Jobs, News, Supporting people, Youth
Job Vacancy – Community Support Worker (Sheerness)
Monday, 15 October 2018
East Kent Mencap is looking to recruit a number of support workers (full time and part time) to join our rapidly expanding support team in Swale. Our clients will be supported with their daily living skills such as accessing the community, shopping, cooking, and budgeting, this will be achieved by following person centred plans and the individual’s support plan.
- Published in Jobs, News, Staff, Working with us
Pupil’s Voice
Monday, 01 October 2018
We have been working closely with Foreland Fields School to raise the confidence of young people through discussions about their rights, alongside presentations from local groups. Foreland Fields School opened it’s doors to visitors from local businesses and groups in July to celebrate the first year of an exciting initiative to give pupils a voice about their future.
- Published in Making a difference, News, Stories
Befriender – Volunteer
Tuesday, 28 August 2018
East Kent Mencap are looking for a companion who would like to spend time with one of our older tenants on a regular basis. She is active and frequently likes to go on days out and weekends away. She loves spending time out and about and is looking for a mature female to share her love of arts and crafts, accompany her on trips, and have a chat over coffee on Wednesday and/or Thursday afternoons. This role would suit someone who is laid back and cheerful, with a good sense of humour.
- Published in Jobs, News, Staff, Supporting people, Volunteers, Working with us
Volunteer Vacancy – Executive Committee
Wednesday, 22 August 2018
Do you have a background in finance? Always wanted to do something helpful and give back to a charity? East Kent Mencap are looking for a volunteer with financial experience to join the board of trustees as our new treasurer.
- Published in Jobs, News, Volunteers
No rain on our parade
Monday, 20 August 2018
Hundreds flocked to support people with a learning disability at our Summer Festival this year. Despite the weather, smiling faces proved that everyone continued to have fun, take part in exciting activities and enjoy live music, regardless of age or ability. The one day event took place at Margate Football Club and offered an array of activities, including sports, live music and sensory sessions.
- Published in Fundraising, Fundraising Events, News, Stories
Meet Scott
Monday, 20 August 2018
Congratulations to Scott Cheater on being appointed Trustee for the Executive Committee at East Kent Mencap. We spoke to him about his expectations and ambitions for his new role.
- Published in GOLD, News, Stories, Volunteers
From strength to strength
Monday, 20 August 2018
For over a year, the GOLD Project has been running a weekly snooker club. It began with just a few people attending each week, but that soon changed as the club flourished with up to 14 people in a single week!
- Published in Adult Clubs, GOLD, News, Stories