Job Description

Essex

Our Vacancy
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. This is a role where your care truly counts and where every day brings new opportunities to brighten someone s life.

What You ll Do

• Support people with personal care, health needs, and daily living tasks.
• Help individuals express themselves and make choices that matter to them.
• Encourage hobbies, interests, and community activities.
• Build strong relationships with families, friends, and professionals.
• Keep homes safe, clean, and comfortable.
• Work flexibly across services including evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews and team meetings.
• Promote health, safety, and uphold quality standards.

What You ll Need

• A kind heart and a compassionate mindset
• A sense of humour and a resilient attitude
• Great communication skills and a team spirit
• Willingness to work flexibly, including unsociable hours
• Respect for diversity and individual needs
• Ability to maintain accurate records and meet deadlines
• A satisfactory DBS check
• Experience in care or support (voluntary or paid) desirable but not essential
• Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care desirable but not essential

This role will require an enhanced DBS check.

Candidates must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle.

Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody:

• Up to 25 days annual leave (dependant on hours worked)
• Access to a discount portal
• Sleep in allowance
• Family friendly policies
• Paid travel expenses, including mileage
• Refer a friend bonus scheme

Please read before applying:

• We ll be reviewing applications and holding interviews on a rolling weekly basis, so please keep an eye on your inbox and phone - our team will be in touch to get you booked in!
• Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.
• 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.

Closing date: 01 July 2026

Interviews will be ongoing until the 10th July and will take place on Teams.