Job Description

Support Worker - Colchester

Location:

Colchester, Essex

Pay Rate:

Up to 20 per hour

Shift Pattern:

Day shifts with some 2:1 support

Driver:

Yes, with business insurance required

Start

: ASAP

Looking for a meaningful care role where your experience makes a real difference?
We're hiring a Support Worker to join a long-standing package in Colchester supporting an adult with complex health needs, epilepsy, and learning disabilities.

This client lives independently in his own bungalow and enjoys structure, reassurance, and community access with the right people around him. You'll be part of a consistent team providing stability and support on both 1:1 and 2:1 shifts. This is a great opportunity for someone confident in managing challenging behaviour and familiar with neurological conditions.

Key Support Needs:

2:1 manual handling and safe community access Support with epilepsy and absence seizures Monitoring medication compliance (administered by trained staff) Verbal communication, but limited comprehension - needs routine and reassurance Emotional support through retreat-and-reapproach technique Supporting independence while being alert to risk and fatigue
About You:

Calm, clear communicator with experience in learning disability and epilepsy care Confident with verbal de-escalation and managing low mood or agitation Able to work both independently and in a team (some 2:1 care required) Aware of how fatigue and memory can impact behaviour Consistent, emotionally aware, and routine-focused Driver with business insurance (essential)
What We Offer:

Up to 20 per hour Weekly pay - PAYE or self-employed Flexible shifts with ongoing consistency Free DBS Full client introduction and handover Access to QCF Diplomas and specialist training 45p per business mile 250 refer-a-friend bonus Support from a brilliant team who genuinely care about your wellbeing
If you're looking for a Support Worker role where your approach, your calmness, and your ability to build trust are valued every day - this one's for you. Book some time with us TODAY or apply now and we'll be in touch within 24 hours.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 14.00-20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Referral programme
Physical Setting:

Homecare
Shift:

Day shift
Experience:

working with epilepsy & seizure management: 2 years (preferred) Challenging behaviors : 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

DBS Registered on the update service (preferred) Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: NL/COL