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Part Time, Temporary, Contract

Support Worker – Residential Care – Essex

Category: Healthcare & Social Care

Location

Essex

Salary

Competitive pay

hourly

Type

Part Time, Temporary, Contract

Posted

Jun 22, 2026

Everest Recruitment & Services is acting as an Employment Business on behalf of a reputable care provider in Essex. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join their team, supporting residents within a residential home setting.

This is a rewarding opportunity to provide 2:1 support to residents, assisting with personal care, daily living activities, and community outings.

Shift patterns include day shifts, night shifts, and weekend shifts – offering flexibility to suit your availability.

Key responsibilities:
- Support residents with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting) as required
- Assist with medication management
- Support residents with daily living activities and community outings
- Work collaboratively with the care team and other professionals
- Maintain accurate records of care provided
- Follow CQC regulations and care home policies
- Administer buccal medication as required (training provided)

Contract: Ad-hoc / Temporary | Flexible shifts | Start: 19/06/2026
Rate: Competitive (PAYE, via Everest's payroll)

Requirements:
- Care Certificate (Essential)
- Up-to-date Mandatory Training Certificate
- Medication Management Training (Essential)
- Buccal Training (Essential)
- Moving & Handling Practical Certificate (Essential)
- Epilepsy Awareness Training (Essential)
- Enhanced DBS with Adults Barred List (must be on Update Service)
- Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
- Compassionate, reliable, and professional approach
- Ability to work flexible shifts (days, nights, weekends)
- Experience in a similar setting (Essential)

What we offer:
- Competitive hourly rate via Everest's PAYE payroll (rate disclosed on application)
- Weekly payroll – paid every Friday with a full, transparent payslip
- All tax, National Insurance, and pension contributions handled by Everest
- Dedicated Everest compliance team to fast-track your onboarding
- Flexible shift patterns to suit your availability
- Priority access to future placements across our portfolio of care providers

To apply, send your CV, Care Certificate, Mandatory Training Certificate, and Enhanced DBS (Update Service) to our Everest team. Shortlisted candidates will be presented to the client for interview. Rate will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates prior to submission.

Disclaimer: Everest Recruitment & Services is an Employment Business. The client details will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates at the point of CV submission. We do not charge work-seekers for our services.

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