Care Support Worker

Job DescriptionNumber of Positions: 237.5 hrs a week - 5 days out of 7 - Monday to Sunday - 24/7 shared rotaOur VacancyCare 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. This is a role where your care truly counts—and where every day brings new opportunities to brighten someone’s life.Charles Harper House is a supported housing service for people with learning disabilities and sensory impairments, such as visual or hearing loss. The scheme consists of eight self-contained flats, two on-site offices, a communal area, and a large garden. Staff in the service are trained in British Sign Language (BSL), so a willingness to gain this qualification is essential.What You’ll DoSupport people with personal care, health needs, and daily living tasksHelp individuals express themselves and make choices that matter to themEncourage hobbies, interests, and community activitiesBuild strong relationships with families, friends, and professionalsKeep homes safe, clean, and comfortableWork flexibly across services—including evenings, weekends, and overnight shiftsMaintain accurate records and contribute to reviews and team meetingsPromote health, safety, and uphold quality standardsWhat You’ll NeedA kind heart and a compassionate mindsetA sense of humour and a resilient attitudeGreat communication skills and a team spiritWillingness to work flexibly, including unsociable hoursRespect for diversity and individual needsAbility to maintain accurate records and meet deadlinesA satisfactory DBS checkQualified in British Sign Language (Level 2 or above) – desirable but not essentialExperience in care or support (voluntary or paid) – desirable but not essentialCare Certificate or NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care – desirable but not essentialWhy Join Us?When you join Peabody, you’re joining 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.What We Offer25 days annual leave, plus bank holidaysTwo paid volunteering days each yearFlexible benefits scheme and discount portalLife assurance at 4x your salaryUp to 10% pension contributionPaid training and development opportunitiesEmployee assistance programmeStaff recognition schemePlease Read Before ApplyingThis role follows a 24/7 working pattern, which includes overnight shifts, weekends, and bank holidays. You’ll need to be flexible and ready to support people when they need you most.If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like 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.Closing date: 6th January 2026Interviews will be ongoing and will take place by no later than Friday 16th January 2026.PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.