Care support worker

PEABODY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION; Rowhedge; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days

Pension contributions up to 10%

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Paid training

Career development opportunities

Flexible benefits

Staff recognition schemes

Volunteering days

Employee discounts

Job summary

Peabody Community Foundation is seeking a Care Support Worker to help people live independently with warmth and compassion. You’ll assist with daily routines, encourage hobbies, and be a supportive presence in the community.

No previous care experience is required, and we provide the necessary training and support. The role involves a 24/7 rota, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and overnight shifts.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Compassionate

Excellent communication

Team player

Flexible schedule

Job description

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Care support worker

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Our Vacancy

Care Support Worker – Help People Live Their Best Lives Every Day

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.

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

Why Join Us?

At Peabody, you'll be part of a team guided by our values: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together.

We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered to be their best.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell leave
• Up to 10% pension contribution, life assurance, and an employee assistance programme
• Paid training, career development opportunities, and recognised qualifications
• Flexible benefits, staff recognition schemes, volunteering days, and employee discounts

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.

Interviews will be held between the 27th - 28th October 2026
Got questions? Reach out to Jo, Talent Specialist [e-mail]