Support worker

Job description

Lead with Compassion, Care with Purpose

The Cedars are a 12 bedded residential home that specialise in care for individuals with Learning disabilities, mental health needs and early -onset dementia.

We are looking for dedicated and experienced Support workers to join our team!

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and mentor a team of support workers to deliver exceptional care
• Develop, implement and review person-centred care plans
• Provide practical and emotional support with daily living, personal care, and activities
• Monitor outcomes and document changes in care or wellbeing
• Liaise with families, professionals, and colleagues to ensure consistent, tailored support
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, policies, and CQC standards
• Support the onboarding and training of junior staff

What You’ll Need

• Previous experience in a senior support working role
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
• Must be Medication Administration trained
• Strong supervision and communication skills
• Excellent care planning & record keeping experience
• Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends and nights if required

Why Join Us?

• Access to mandatory training with opportunities for further professional development and career growth
• Auto enrolment Pension
• Career development opportunities
• Eligibility for blue light card

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Clacton-On-Sea

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£12.00 Per Hour

Published at

27-06-2026

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