Support Worker

Location Southend-on-Sea
Contact name: Kayleigh Long

Contact email: kayleigh@nexgenlocum.co.uk
Published: about 1 month ago

Are you a caring, reliable and passionate Support Worker looking for your next opportunity?

We are currently recruiting Support Workers across Essex to join a range of fantastic care and supported living services, supporting adults with a variety of needs including learning disabilities, autism, complex needs and mental health needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who genuinely want to make a positive difference to the lives of the people they support.

The Role

As a Support Worker, your responsibilities may include:

  • Providing high-quality, person-centred support

  • Supporting individuals with their daily living activities

  • Promoting independence, dignity and choice

  • Supporting with personal care where required

  • Supporting individuals to access the community and take part in activities

  • Assisting with medication and other care needs, where trained

  • Supporting individuals with communication and behavioural needs

  • Building positive and professional relationships with the people you support

  • Completing accurate care records and documentation

  • Working alongside families, healthcare professionals and other members of the support team

What We're Looking For

We are looking for candidates who have:

  • Previous experience working in healthcare, social care or support work

  • A genuine passion for helping others

  • Excellent communication skills

  • A patient, compassionate and reliable approach

  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • A commitment to providing person-centred care

  • Right to work in the UK

  • Relevant care qualifications are desirable but not always essential, depending on the service

Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs or challenging behaviour would be highly advantageous.

What We Offer

  • Competitive rates of pay

  • Flexible shifts to suit your availability

  • Full-time and part-time opportunities

  • Ongoing agency work available

  • Opportunities to work across a variety of care settings

  • Training and development opportunities

  • Support from a dedicated recruitment team

  • Opportunities to build your experience within health and social care

Opportunities may be available across Basildon, Southend, Chelmsford, Colchester, Grays, Brentwood, Thurrock and surrounding areas.

If you're an experienced Support Worker looking for flexible work, regular shifts and the opportunity to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.