Outdoor Horticulture Support Worker for Adults (LD/Autism)

Essex Cares Limited; Braintree; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance

Annual leave

Induction & training

Career development

Salary reviews

Performance bonus

Uniform provided

DBS renewal paid

Pension (NEST)

Healthshield

Loyalty scheme

Referral bonus

Blue Light Card

Mental health support

Membership reimbursement

Job summary

Essex Cares Limited at Bocking Roundwood Day Opportunities is expanding its team to support adults with learning disabilities and autism. You’ll lead person-centred activities, help develop life skills, and promote independence in a calm, outdoors-based environment.

The role requires empathy, excellent communication, and flexibility. A full driving licence is essential, with a commitment to inclusive, high-quality care across shifts on both contracts.

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing high-level care to adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Excellent listening and communication skills, empathetic approach.
• Willing to provide personal care and work flexibly depending on needs.
• Live by ECL values: caring, excellence, integrity, teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support customers to develop skills, confidence, and independence.
• Deliver person-centred activities and meaningful learning experiences.
• Work outdoors and in horticultural settings to support outcomes.
• Record activities and track progress; promote inclusion and choice.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Listening

Initiative

Full driving licence

Education

Health & Social Care

Job description

Essex Cares Limited at Bocking Roundwood Day Opportunities is expanding its team to support adults with learning disabilities and autism. You’ll lead person-centred activities, help develop life skills, and promote independence in a calm, outdoors-based environment.

The role requires empathy, excellent communication, and flexibility. A full driving licence is essential, with a commitment to inclusive, high-quality care across shifts on both contracts.