Support Worker

Avenues Group; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Pay - wages before payday

DBS paid - no upfront costs

Flexible hours

Paid annual leave - pro rata

Fully funded training and quals

Pension & life assurance

Discounts via Blue Light Card

Recommend a Friend - up to £500

Job summary

Avenues Group is seeking Support Workers in the Chelmsford area to help adults with learning disabilities live independently and participate in community activities. The role is available on full-time and part-time terms, offering meaningful work, progression, and a supportive team.

Shifts cover 7 days per week, including 8:00–16:00, 16:00–21:00 and sleep-ins. A driving licence is helpful, and a pro‑rated salary of £25,845 per year is offered with benefits and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in social care or support roles.
• Willingness to work across 7 days including early/late shifts.
• Full UK driving licence would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with learning disabilities to live independently.
• Support with daily tasks like shopping, cooking, and household chores.
• Encourage social activities, community involvement and family connections.
• Provide respectful personal care when needed.
• Contribute to making every day enjoyable for the people supported.

Skills

Flexible hours

Empathy

Team player

Job description

Support Worker

2026-10-05T00:00:00

Location: Chelmsford, Essex, GB, CM1 1

Contract Type: Any

Employer: Avenues Group

Application Deadline: 2026-11-07T05:01:45.89

Position Details

Full Time & Part Time positions available

£25,845 per year (pro rata)

Full UK Driving Licence would be beneficial

About the Role

Are you craving job satisfaction and to have make a positive impact on someone's day?

Well then you already have what it takes to start a rewarding career in social care - where your natural skills really make a difference. We can offer you meaningful work, a real career with job security and progression!

We are currently seeking to recruit dedicated staff for our service in Saffron Walden to support individuals with learning disabilities. The people we support enjoy being active in their local community, including community outings, walks, swimming, music, and other leisure activities.

You must be available to complete shifts throughout the 7 day week, including 8:00am to 4:00pm, 4:00pm to 9:00pm as well as sleep ins.

Your Day Might Include

• Helping adults with learning disabilities live independently,


• Supporting with everyday tasks like shopping, cooking, or household jobs,


• Encouraging social activities, community involvement, and family connections,


• Providing respectful personal care where needed,


• Making every day enjoyable - for the people we support, and for you!

Perks

• Early Pay - access wages before payday


• Paid enhanced DBS (so no upfront costs)


• Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle


• Paid annual leave (pro rata)


• Fully funded, award-winning training and qualifications


• Pension scheme and life assurance


• Shopping discounts via Blue Light Card and Benefits website


• Recommend a Friend scheme - earn up to £500


• Free 24/7 wellbeing support, counselling, and advice

Inclusive Employer Statement

We're an inclusive employer. Under the Disability Confident Scheme, if you have a disability and meet the basic role criteria, we'll guarantee you an interview.