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Wivenhoe Flexible £20,982 - £26,228 a year
Posted 8 October 2026
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Wivenhoe Rail Station (0.6 miles, direct) Upminster Underground Station (37.0 miles, direct) Colchester North Park-and-Ride (5.0 miles, direct)

Care Support Worker – Help People Live Their Best Lives Every Day

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

Please Read Before Applying

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.

Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.

Interviews will be held between the 27th - 28th October 2026

Got questions? Reach out to Jo, Talent Specialist at [email protected]

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