Care Support Worker - Female

Peabody; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Two volunteering days per year

Flexible benefits scheme

Life assurance

Up to 10% pension contribution

Paid training and development

Employee assistance programme

Staff recognition schemes

Job summary

Peabody is seeking a Female Care Support Worker to help women live independently in an all-women's service. You will provide practical support, personal care, and encouragement to participate in community activities, building trust and empowerment.

No prior care experience is required as full training and support are provided; a full UK manual driving licence is essential and a DBS check is required. You will work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• You don't need previous care experience; training and support are provided.
• A full UK manual driving licence is essential.
• A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check is required.

Responsibilities

• Support women with day-to-day living, personal care and wellbeing.
• Encourage independence, choice and confidence.
• Help access hobbies, activities, education and local community.
• Build positive relationships with colleagues, families and professionals.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming environment and keep clear records.

Skills

Kindness

Compassion

Reliability

Resilience

Great communication

Flexibility

Respect for differences

Independence & teamwork

Job description

Our Vacancy

Female Care Support Worker – Make a Real Difference Every Day

Female applicants only. This role is based within an all-women's service. Therefore, the occupational requirement exception under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Are you passionate about helping people live independently and achieve their goals? Do you bring kindness, positivity, and empathy to everything you do? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Care Support Worker at Peabody, you'll play an important role in supporting women to live fulfilling, independent lives. No two days are the same. From providing practical support and personal care to encouraging confidence, wellbeing, and community involvement, you'll help create a safe and empowering environment where people can thrive.

This is more than a job, it's an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, celebrate achievements, and make a genuine difference every single day.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting women with day-to-day living, personal care, and wellbeing
• Encouraging independence, choice, and confidence
• Helping people access hobbies, activities, education, and their local community
• Building positive relationships with colleagues, families, and professionals
• Creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment
• Keeping clear records and contributing to support plans
• Working flexibly across a rota, including evenings, weekends, and occasional night shifts

What We're Looking For

You don't need previous care experience, we'll provide training and support. We're looking for people who are:

• Kind, compassionate, and genuinely enjoy helping others
• Positive, reliable, and resilient
• Great communicators who can build meaningful relationships
• Flexible and able to adapt to different situations
• Respectful of individual differences, choices, and needs
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Essential Requirements

• A full UK manual driving licence is essential
• A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check

Why Join Us?

When you join Peabody, you’re joining 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.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Two paid volunteering days each year
• Flexible benefits scheme and discount portal
• Life assurance at 4x your salary
• Up to 10% pension contribution
• Paid training and development opportunities
• Employee assistance programme
• Staff recognition schemes

Please Read Before Applying

This role follows a 24/7 working pattern, which includes overnight shifts, weekends, and bank holidays. You’ll need to be flexible and ready to support people when they need you most.

Interviews will be held in person on the 25th August 2026

Got questions? Reach out to Jo, Talent Specialist at [e-mail]