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Remote (Surrey and surrounding areas) | 18 – 24 hours
£27,500 pro rata | Flexible working | Real impact
Are you kind, caring and professional – the sort of person who listens deeply, holds space for others, and wants to make a real difference?
At Jigsaw South East, we support children and young people who are facing or coping with the death of a loved one. We’re looking for a compassionate and confident Grief Support Worker to join our small, dedicated team.
In this role, you’ll:
- Support families one-to-one and in groups, both pre- and post-bereavement
- Hold meaningful (and sometimes tough) conversations with warmth and sensitivity
- Help children feel less alone in their grief, and families feel more connected
- Contribute to our PIECES group programme, helpline, and referral process
This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to walk alongside people at one of the hardest points in their lives and offer light, steadiness and support.
We’re looking for someone who brings:
- A warm, person-centred approach
- Experience working with children and families
- Emotional resilience and a strong sense of purpose
- The ability to travel across Surrey and attend some evening/weekend sessions
We offer:
- Flexible working
- TOIL and supervision
- Ongoing training and personal growth
- A supportive, values-led team who genuinely care
If you believe in the power of kindness and want to help children feel seen, safe and supported, we’d love to hear from you.
View our recruitment pack for more information including a full job description and person specification:
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Care Support Worker | Saffron Walden
💚 Looking for a career where you can genuinely change lives?
No experience needed. Full training provided. Real career progression.
Join our team in the beautiful market town of Saffron Walden and help people live independently, achieve their goals, and enjoy the things that matter most to them.
Whether you're looking for a new challenge, a career change, or your first role in care, we're looking for people with the right values, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for helping others.
🌟 Why Join Us?
✅ 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
✅ Full training and ongoing support from day one
✅ Excellent career progression and development opportunities
✅ Supportive, welcoming team culture
✅ A role that's rewarding, meaningful, and varied
✅ The opportunity to make a real difference every single day
✅ No previous care experience required
🚀 What You'll Be Doing
Every day is different, but your role will include:
- Supporting people with everyday activities and personal care where required
- Encouraging independence, confidence, and choice
- Supporting people to access appointments, activities, and social events
- Helping individuals build friendships, hobbies, and life skills
- Creating positive relationships and meaningful outcomes
- Working as part of a dedicated and supportive team
👋 Who We're Looking For
You don't need care experience. We're looking for people who are:
- Kind, caring, and compassionate
- Positive, enthusiastic, and reliable
- Great communicators and team players
- Passionate about helping others thrive
- Committed to delivering person-centred support
🚗 Driving Licence Required
A full UK driving licence is essential for this role.
Our customers are active members of their community, and you'll regularly support them to attend appointments, activities, and social outings.
Unfortunately, if you do not hold a full UK driving licence, we cannot progress your application.
📋 Important Information
- This is a 24-hour service, and you'll need to work flexibly across a rota that may include evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and overnight shifts.
- We are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
Ready to Start a Career That Matters?
If you're looking for more than just a job and want a career with purpose, development opportunities, and the chance to positively impact people's lives every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your anonymised CV and a short statement telling us why you'd be a great fit.
💚 We're reviewing applications as they come in and interviewing throughout the recruitment process, so we'd encourage you to apply early. Final interviews will take place during the week commencing 31 August.