Complex Care Support Worker

Job description

Maplewood Independent Living is looking for a fun, energetic, and compassionate individual to join a small, dedicated care team supporting an adult with complex medical and care needs in her own home in Braintree.

This is a special role for someone who brings positive energy, warmth, and initiative into everything they do. Youll be part of a close-knit, supportive team, helping to create a calm, engaging, and empowering environment day to day.

Shift Patterns:

A mix of day, evening, and overnight shifts are available. Weekend availability is preferred.

Drivers are desirable but not essential, as longer shifts can be provided.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates.
• Double pay on Bank Holidays.
• Paid mileage.
• Holiday pay.
• Pension.
• Funded Enhanced DBS.
• Comprehensive, free training.
• Ongoing support and career development.
• Opportunities for progression.
• Free Blue Light Card.

Your Role

• Work as part of an established team to support and maintain the clients independence at home.
• Confidently assist with personal care, medication and daily routines.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Ensure the clients health, safety, and wellbeing at all times.
• Communicate regularly with the branch manager and team.

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK (required).
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.
• Reliable, professional, and caring attitude.
• Respect for client dignity, independence, and confidentiality.
• Comfortable using a smartphone (training provided for care app).

Desired Skills

• Previous care experience is beneficial, but not essential.
• Strong communication skills good standard of spoken and written English.
• Able to work on their own initiative.
• Good timekeeping and reliability.
• Naturally upbeat with a good sense of humour.
• Trustworthy and professional.
• A genuine people person who can lift the atmosphere around them.

Ready to make a difference?

This is more than just a care role, it is about empowering someone to live well in their own home.

If youre someone who can build trust, bring great energy and genuinely care, wed love to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

UK

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-06-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English