Respite Support Worker

Care By Us Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 1,929,000 - 2,204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Fully paid training

Pension

Job summary

Care By Us Ltd in Hertfordshire is seeking full-time and part-time Respite Support Workers to provide temporary relief to families while maintaining the service user's day-to-day routine. You will travel to clients across Hertfordshire, offering compassionate support in a safe, home-like setting.

This role focuses on companionship, personal care, and community inclusion, with full training provided and competitive pay rates.

Qualifications

• No formal care experience required; training provided.
• Patience, empathy and compassion.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Right to Work in the UK; visa sponsorship not offered.

Responsibilities

• Provide temporary relief to primary caregivers while maintaining the service user's routine.
• Create a natural, comforting environment during visits.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities (washing, dressing, feeding).
• Support with meals, laundry and light housework to keep home running smoothly.
• Encourage participation in activities and community outings.
• Administer or assist with medications as directed by care plans.

Skills

Patience empathy

Excellent communication

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Respite Support Worker

2026-08-14T19:13:17

Watford

Northamptonshire

GB

NN6 7

Any

2026-09-15T03:18:06.127

Job Description

Company Description

Respite Support Workers Incredible Pay Across Hertfordshire!

Brighter days. Fresh challenges. Exciting opportunities. At Care By Us (Part of the CCH Group), every day is different. Every day offers you the chance to do meaningful and rewarding work that truly changes people's lives. We are currently looking for full-time and part-time Respite Support Workers to join our friendly, dedicated team across Hertfordshire.

If you are ready to embark on a care adventure that's more exciting than a rollercoaster ride through a chocolate factory, come join our team of everyday heroes!

Incredible Pay Rates & Mileage

• Monday - Friday: £14.20 per hour


• Saturday - Sunday: £16.00 per hour


• Mileage: Paid at £0.45p per mile

Work Locations (Hertfordshire)

As a community-based Support Worker, you will be traveling to support clients across:

• West & Central Herts: Watford, Three Rivers, Hemel Hempstead (HP1, HP2, HP3), Tring, Potten End, Bovingdon, Kings Langley, Pepperstock, Markyate, St Albans (AL3), and Welwyn Garden City (AL7).


• East Herts: Ware & Stanstead Abbotts (SG12), Cheshunt & Goffs Oak (EN7).

Flexible Shift Patterns

Our services run 7 days a week, providing consistent work for those who are passionate about making a difference. We offer flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle:

• Day Shifts: 8:00am/9:00am - 2:00pm/3:00pm


• Evening Shifts: 4:00pm - 9:00pm


• Sleep-in Shifts: 9:00pm - 7:00am

Job Description

About The Role: Respite Support & Day-to-Day Living

In this vital role, you will step in to provide temporary relief to primary caregivers. Your goal is to seamlessly maintain the service user's normal routine, ensuring their day-to-day living continues exactly as it would with their own family.

It is about creating a natural, comforting, and inclusive environment—whether that means sharing a meal, having a chat over a cup of tea, or heading out to the shops—so their regular caregivers can rest and recharge with true peace of mind.

You will be supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and autistic spectrum disorders, complex needs, mental health issues, and challenging behaviours. Your responsibilities will include:

• Family-Style Support: Seamlessly integrating into their daily life and routine to provide companionship and emotional support.


• Personal Care: Assisting with washing, dressing, toileting, and feeding with the utmost dignity.


• Household Support: Cooking, meal preparation, laundry, and light housework to keep their home running smoothly.


• Community Inclusion: Encouraging participation in hobbies, and assisting with community activities to broaden their horizons.


• Medication: Administration or assistance as directed by care plans.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

You don't need formal care experience! We train you in everything else, provided you have the right attitude. You will need:

• A genuine desire to help others with patience, empathy, and compassion.


• Excellent communication skills and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.


• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (Essential).


• The Right to Work in the UK (Please note: we are unable to offer visa sponsorship).

Additional Information

Why Choose Us? (The Perks)

As the largest care company in the UK, we offer a world of career opportunity, choice, and security:

• 28 days annual leave (pro-rata)


• Fully paid training (online and face-to-face) & progression opportunities


• Enhanced occupational maternity, paternity & adoption pay


• Death in Service payment


• Pension scheme


• Access to a dedicated Well-being Platform & in-house app


• Blue Light Card eligibility (exclusive discounts at big brands!)


• Refer-a-Friend scheme (Earn £300 per referral!)

Care By Us is an equal opportunities employer.