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Care Support Worker
Our Vacancy
Care Support Worker – Help People Live Their Best Lives Every Day
Full Time (37.5 hours - £26,228 per annum) and Part Time (15 hours - £10,491 per annum) opportunities available
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.
No previous care experience is required. If you have the right values, a positive attitude, and a genuine desire to support others, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.
What You'll Do
- Support people with personal care, health needs, and daily living tasks
- Encourage independence, choice, hobbies, and community involvement
- Build positive relationships with customers, families, and professionals
- Help maintain safe, comfortable homes while keeping accurate records
What You'll Need
- A kind, compassionate approach and a positive outlook
- Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
- Flexibility to work a 24/7 rota, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and overnight shifts
A full, clean UK manual driving licence is essential
Why Join Us?
At Peabody, you'll be part of 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 to be their best.
What We Offer
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell leave
- Up to 10% pension contribution, life assurance, and an employee assistance programme
- Paid training, career development opportunities, and recognised qualifications
- Flexible benefits, staff recognition schemes, volunteering days, and employee discounts
This role operates on a 24/7 working pattern, including overnight shifts, weekends, and bank holidays. You'll need to be flexible and ready to support people when they need you most.
Experience isn't essential, but a full, clean UK manual driving licence is. If you're caring, reliable, and ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Interviews will be held between the 26th - 28th October 2026
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Care Support Worker in Colchester employer: PEABODY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Peabody is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee development and a collaborative work culture, making it an ideal place for a Contracts Manager in the Repairs Team. With a strong focus on performance improvement and customer satisfaction, employees benefit from ongoing training opportunities and a supportive environment that values innovation and teamwork. Located in a vibrant community, Peabody offers a meaningful career path where you can make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
Contact Details:
PEABODY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION Recruitment Team
