News
East Kent Mencap interviews CEO, Jason Gerlack
Thursday, 11 April 2024
by EastKentMencap
As our 75th anniversary comes to an end we interview East Kent Mencap CEO, Jason Gerlack, about his career, working at the charity, and his love of music. Can you share the story of your journey to becoming part of East Kent Mencap? I have worked in various welfare and managerial settings for nearly 39
Step into Spring with the Spring Forward Challenge 2024
Tuesday, 09 April 2024
by EastKentMencap
Would you like to take on a challenge to raise money for people with a learning disability to achieve more amazing things? Join us this Spring and make a real difference. During April and May, we are encouraging everyone to choose a challenge that inspires them. You might like to learn how to bake a
- Published in Fundraising, Making a difference, News
Housing and Community Support Worker Herne Bay
Friday, 05 April 2024
by EastKentMencap
Housing and Community Support Worker Herne Bay Salary/Rate: £11.44 per hour Location: Herne Bay, Kent Hours: 37 Hours Closing date: 04/05/2024 About East Kent Mencap: East Kent Mencap is a leading organization committed to providing support and care for individuals with learning disabilities. We believe in promoting independence and helping our Members to lead fulfilling
- Published in Jobs and opportunities, Working with us
The Mayor of Ramsgate Commemorates East Kent Mencap’s 75th Anniversary
Tuesday, 02 April 2024
by EastKentMencap
East Kent Mencap celebrated a significant milestone on Thursday 28th March 2024, as it marked 75 years of supporting people with a learning disability. The event took place at Foresters Hall in Ramsgate, where over 50 guests gathered to celebrate the organisation’s achievements. The Mayor of Ramsgate, Pat Moore, planted a cherry tree in the
We are hiring a Support Worker in Thanet
Monday, 25 March 2024
by EastKentMencap
Community Support Worker Margate Salary/Rate: £11.44-£11.75 Location: Thanet, Kent Hours: 22 Hours Closing date: 25/04/2024 Community Support Worker: We all know the right job can be life-changing, but how about a job that just might change someone else’s life as well? East Kent Mencap is a leading organisation committed to providing support and care for
- Published in Jobs and opportunities
It’s British Sign Language Week
Friday, 22 March 2024
by EastKentMencap
This week we celebrated British Sign Language Week and raised awareness for this important visual means of communication. Amy attends our Margate Hub signing sessions every week. They have been learning how to sign colours and numbers. Amy said, “I first learnt to sign in 2022, I did it for my East Kent Mencap Spring
- Published in News
Celebrating International Women’s Day
Friday, 08 March 2024
by EastKentMencap
It is International Women’s Day! Today we celebrate the achievements of women and raise awareness about discrimination. This year’s campaign #InspireInclusion highlights the important role of inclusion in achieving gender equality. At East Kent Mencap, there are so many amazing women with a learning disability who have inspired us. Let’s take a moment to celebrate a
GOLD Launches innovative Living Skills group
Friday, 08 March 2024
by EastKentMencap
GOLD (Getting On with Learning Difficulties) has recently launched a new Living Skills group. The first part of the programme is a 12-week course designed to support people with a learning difficulty in developing their budgeting and cooking skills, covering everything from researching the cheapest ingredients to how to cook low-cost healthy meals. Rosie said,
A GOLD success story: Empowering individuals with a learning difficulty
Friday, 08 March 2024
by EastKentMencap
KM is a caring individual with a learning difficulty in her early thirties, who has achieved great success with the support from the GOLD team. KM relocated to the UK from abroad with her parents; she had a working visa but faced the huge challenge of building a new life in a new country. Struggling
- Published in GOLD
Support Worker Thanet Hub
Tuesday, 05 March 2024
by EastKentMencap
Location: Thanet Salary: £11.44 Hours: 37 Closing date: 04/05/2024 About East Kent Mencap: East Kent Mencap is a leading organisation committed to providing support for individuals with learning disabilities. We believe in promoting independence and supporting our Members to lead the life they choose and be part of their local community. We are looking for
- Published in Jobs and opportunities, Working with us