Support Worker, Caregiver

Consensus is not just a care provider – we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.

If you’re looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this Support Worker role at Southwold House, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom might be right for you.

Due to limited number of licences we are unable to offer Spοnsοrship for this role.

Consensus is a certified Great Place to Work® in 2025. Here’s just a small selection of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• Career Ladder: A starting salary of £13.26 per hour, with clear opportunities for progression and earnings up to £13.26 per hour.
• Learning & Development:
  Support your personal and professional growth with training and qualifications to enable you to achieve your full potential.
• Financial Benefits:
  
  Life Assurance of twice your annual basic salary; withdrawal of a percentage of wages with Wagestream; access to a Blue Light Discount Card.
• Health & Wellbeing:
  Confidential telephone counselling, dedicated wellbeing support, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Induction & Training:
  Following your Free DBS check, your journey will begin with a 3‑day online induction before heading to the service to get started.

Our Support Workers are our greatest asset. You may be new to care or already have experience in the social care sector as a Mental Health Support Worker, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Care Assistant, but your values are most important to us.

• Southwold House is a social, supportive home offering people different levels of care depending on their individual needs. With a mix of private flats and rooms, everyone enjoys their own space and privacy while being encouraged and supported to be an active part of the household, and to be involved in cooking, cleaning, and making decisions about how the home is run.
• Help the people we support to engage in meaningful opportunities and activities, empowering them to enjoy a great life filled with amazing experiences.
• Get involved in the community, support during leisure and social activities, and celebrate special occasions.
• Communicate appropriately, considering individual communication needs, and helping people to communicate effectively with others.
• Shifts:
  
  Rotational, 37.5 hours per week.

At Consensus, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Join us at Consensus Support Services, where your unique perspective is valued, and every individual has the opportunity to succeed.