Support Worker – Brightlingsea

About the role

Join Consensus as a Support Worker in Brightlingsea, providing dedicated care for adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. You will help residents live independently in a supportive, community‑focused environment while developing your own skills and career.

Key responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living tasks, personal care and home maintenance.
• Support individuals to engage in community, leisure and social activities.
• Facilitate communication, adapting approaches to each person’s needs.
• Encourage participation in meaningful opportunities and celebrate special occasions.
• Work collaboratively with the team to deliver person‑centred care.

Required profile

• Values aligned with person‑centred care; experience optional – new entrants welcome.
• Background in mental health support, care work, healthcare assistance or similar roles is beneficial.
• Successful completion of a free DBS check.
• Availability for rotational shifts totalling 37.5 hours per week.

Required skills

What we offer

• Career ladder with starting pay £12.86 / hour, progressing to £13.16 / hour.
• Learning and development opportunities, including training and qualifications.
• Financial benefits such as life assurance (2 × salary), Wagestream access and a Blue Light Discount Card.
• Health and wellbeing support, including confidential counselling and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Three‑day online induction followed by on‑site training.