Bank Care Support Worker

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.