Care Support Worker

Colchester, Essex (On-site)
£26,228 per year
Full-time or part-time
Permanent
Job description

Full Time (37.5 hours - £26,228 per annum) and Part Time (15 hours - £10,491 per annum) opportunities available

Do you love making a difference? Are you the kind of person who brings warmth, energy, and compassion wherever you go?

As a Care Support Worker at Peabody, you'll be a vital part of someone's journey, helping them live independently, confidently, and joyfully. Whether it's supporting with daily routines, encouraging hobbies, or simply being a kind presence, you'll help people feel safe, heard, and empowered.

No previous care experience is required. If you have the right values, a positive attitude, and a genuine desire to support others, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

Please state clearly on your application whether you are applying for the full-time (37.5 hours) or part-time (15 hours) position.

What You'll Do

  • Support people with personal care, health needs, and daily living tasks
  • Encourage independence, choice, hobbies, and community involvement
  • Build positive relationships with customers, families, and professionals
  • Help maintain safe, comfortable homes while keeping accurate records

What You'll Need

  • A kind, compassionate approach and a positive outlook
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
  • Flexibility to work a 24/7 rota, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and overnight shifts

A full, clean UK manual driving licence is essential

Please Read Before Applying

This role operates on a 24/7 working pattern, including overnight shifts, weekends, and bank holidays. You'll need to be flexible and ready to support people when they need you most.

Experience isn't essential, but a full, clean UK manual driving licence is. If you're caring, reliable, and ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.

Interviews will be held on 19th & 20th November 2026
 

Organisation
Peabody View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size More than 1000
Posted on: 30 October 2026
Closing date: 15 November 2026 at 23:30
Job ref: TP/29520/1451
Tags: Social Care / Development, Care Management, Social / Support Work