Total 357 care provider job vacancies in Chelmsford, Essex, co15 4rb

Location: Braintree

Since 1989, we've supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home.

We're looking for people who are passionate about care, and who want to help others to join our amazing teams. We don't require you to have any previous social care experience, what we do need from you is to have the Right to Work in the UK, as we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas. Additionally, you are required to have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle.

If you're looking for a job that can be flexible around your lifestyle there are a variety of shift patterns available to work in mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends.

At Helping Hands, we can offer the following benefits

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App request up to 50% of your pay in advance of pay day
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Our care assistants are directly employed by us giving you access to holiday entitlement and our pension scheme
• Apprenticeship opportunities available to existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us if you want to progress, we can help!
• FREE Blue Light Card national discount card for hundreds of retailers
• Annual pay reviews based on cost of living

Being a Care Assistant means you need to be adaptable, kind-hearted and put others first. Your role may include:

• Providing companionship
• Support with personal care such as showering, bathing and toileting
• Helping with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping around the house with cleaning, cooking and tidying
• Running errands such as food shopping or picking up prescriptions

Location: Rainham

Since 1989, we've supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home.

We're looking for people who are passionate about care, and who want to help others to join our amazing teams. We don't require you to have any previous social care experience, what we do need from you is to have the Right to Work in the UK, as we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas. Additionally, you are required to have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle.

If you're looking for a job that can be flexible around your lifestyle there are a variety of shift patterns available to work in mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends.

At Helping Hands, we can offer the following benefits

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App request up to 50% of your pay in advance of pay day
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Our care assistants are directly employed by us giving you access to holiday entitlement and our pension scheme
• Apprenticeship opportunities available to existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us if you want to progress, we can help!
• FREE Blue Light Card national discount card for hundreds of retailers
• Annual pay reviews based on cost of living

Being a Care Assistant means you need to be adaptable, kind-hearted and put others first. Your role may include:

• Providing companionship
• Support with personal care such as showering, bathing and toileting
• Helping with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping around the house with cleaning, cooking and tidying
• Running errands such as food shopping or picking up prescriptions

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents. Other responsibilities will include: Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times. Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and escalate any identified risks in a timely manner. Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident. Practicing safe systems of work across the range of task. ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Experience is not required as we are proud to offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role. Our ideal candidate must: Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home. Be an efficient worker who can carry reasonable instructions from other team members. Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice. ABOUT AVERY At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike. Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK. This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Location: Braintree

Since 1989, we've supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home.

We're looking for people who are passionate about care, and who want to help others to join our amazing teams. We don't require you to have any previous social care experience, what we do need from you is to have the Right to Work in the UK, as we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas. Additionally, you are required to have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle.

If you're looking for a job that can be flexible around your lifestyle there are a variety of shift patterns available to work in mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends.

At Helping Hands, we can offer the following benefits

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App request up to 50% of your pay in advance of pay day
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Our care assistants are directly employed by us giving you access to holiday entitlement and our pension scheme
• Apprenticeship opportunities available to existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us if you want to progress, we can help!
• FREE Blue Light Card national discount card for hundreds of retailers
• Annual pay reviews based on cost of living

Being a Care Assistant means you need to be adaptable, kind-hearted and put others first. Your role may include:

• Providing companionship
• Support with personal care such as showering, bathing and toileting
• Helping with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping around the house with cleaning, cooking and tidying
• Running errands such as food shopping or picking up prescriptions

Are you a passionate and caring individual looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development? Join Care UK, a multi award winning care provider as a Care Assistant.

The Role


Helping residents to remain as active and independent as possible
Support residents with personal care and mealtimes
Helping identify residents’ unique goals and implement personalised care plans
Supporting residents to explore new interests and engage in physical activities in a motivating and homely environment


Some of our benefits by joining the Care UK family


Wagestream- access your wages at any-time
Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements
Career development, training and access to our approved apprenticeship scheme
Hundreds of online and in-store discounts
Annual purchase holiday scheme
Wellbeing support


New to Care?

We have our own Learning Academy to provide excellent training and induction programs for all new carers and support workers and we will give you all that’s needed to have a successful career as a carer with us. Our high quality, innovative training and coaching will support the development of your skills throughout your career with us.

We are looking for people to make a difference to residents’ lives every day. When you join Care UK you’ll be joining a team who all share the same values: caring, passionate and teamwork. You will have a strong desire to help people and put residents at the heart of everything you do.

We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us help fulfil yours.

Proud to be winner of the 2023 National Care Awards Large Care Home Group

About the Home

• Bradbury House Residential Home, New Street, Braintree, Essex, CM7 1ES
• 20 Bedded Residential Care Home
• Carehome.co.uk Review Score 9.8
• CQC Score Good

About the role

• Bank Care Assistant
• Bank; 0 hours, flexible working
• £11.90 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

We are looking for a compassionate care assistant to support residents in their everyday lives. If you are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives, Aria care will offer a supportive and nurturing environment to grow, both professionally and personally.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

About the company

Family-owned Kingsley Healthcare is a UK top 20 ranked care home group (carehome.co.uk) employing 2,000-plus staff and supporting 1,400 residents.

We have a sector-leading 4.7 Glassdoor rating and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer. Furthermore, we are proud to have been ranked Number 1 in the UK for work wellbeing in recruiter Indeed’s Better Work Awards 2023. A true testament to Kingsley’s caring ethos.

As a Support Worker, you will be working as part of a focused team in maintaining the personal care needs of our residents, respecting their dignity and promoting their independence at all times. You will also ensure that our care services are of a consistently high standard and help in caring for our residents, and undertake other general day-to-day activities in our home.

Reports to: Nurse/Senior Support Worker



This role could be for you if you have;

- A caring and patient nature.
- Excellent communication skills.
- The ability to work well under pressure.
- Previous experience as a carer is preferred, but not essential.



What will you get from the role?

You will have the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes to help you at every step.

Permanent – Full Time – 36 hours per week (covering days, nights and weekends)

Do you have senior experience within a care team? Do you consider yourself a positive, proactive, and professional individual? Do you want to go home feeling like you are making a real difference to older people’s lives? Then come and join our team as Deputy Care Manager!

Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing excellent care with a family feel, we have been supporting older people for over 100 years. The charity provides care home and day care services for older people, as well as grants for older people in financial difficulty.

Set in the picturesque Essex village of Copford, near Colchester, New Copford Place is a purpose-built residential care home, staffed by a committed and enthusiastic team.

Working alongside the Registered Manager, you will assist with the management of the home in the delivery of high standards of person centred care; initiating and managing quality, health, dementia and palliative care. In this incredibly varied position, you will…

Ensure the health and safety of all residents is effectively assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated using our electronic care planning system.
Work closely with the Registered Manager in managing the services annual budget efficiently and effectively.
Develop effective communication links with the Registered Manager, the support team under your line management and all external professionals.
Ensure all staff adhere to the correct reporting procedures for all accidents, incidents and safeguarding concerns.
Maintain a welcoming ambience that encourages a sense of communal living.
Act as a role model in support of staff to work within the standards, always promoting best practice.
Please refer to the job description upon submitting your application.

Who we are looking for:

With a minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Adult Social Care, you will have proven experience in a care home environment and will be comfortable leading a team. A strong understanding of CQC regulations and adult safeguarding is key for the role and you will be comfortable auditing day to day practice, identifying scope for improvement and then implementing a forwarding thinking approach to current practices. You will produce rotas for the team and organise staff training, always being a champion of staff development.

This isn’t just a job; it’s about making a difference to older people’s lives every day.

In return for your hard work and dedication, you can look forward to a wealth of benefits:

Learning, development, and progression.
Paid breaks.
Monthly prize draw, with 3 prizes to be won.
Wellbeing support through various initiatives including an employee assistance programme and Unmind.
Retail discount schemes to make your salary go further.
Access to loans at affordable rates, saving directly from salary and advance pay already earnt.
Health cash plans for you and your family.
Cycle to work scheme.
Long service awards, that increase with length of service.
Refer a friend to work for us and receive a £200 bonus.
Group Pension Plan, with a 6% contribution from us.
Free DBS checks
Safeguarding:

Keeping everyone safe is one of the charity’s core values, and is central to everything we do at Friends of the Elderly. All staff follow our Safeguarding Policy & Procedures and, if they see or suspect abuse, we expect staff to report it straight away.

Criminal record checks:

As this role involves a regulated activity, successful applicants will undertake an enhanced DBS check, with barred lists check, and any offer of employment will be dependent on a satisfactory outcome. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar a person from working for us, this will depend on the circumstances and background of any record.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

Friends of the Elderly strives to treat all staff equally and be a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone can be themselves and everyone accepts each other’s differences. A charity where everyone is equal but definitely not the same.

Our ambition is to ensure equality and celebrate diversity, all working together to create an inclusive workplace, which attracts and retains the best people. People that care and can make a difference.

We currently do not provide sponsorship but we welcome applications from those who have a right work in the UK.

Don’t delay in sending your application as we may need to close the vacancy early if we manage to appoint before the advertising closing date. We interview applicants as they apply.

Care workers required to visit vulnerable people in their homes. Experienced in the role or willing to train for the right candidate.
We have Full time and part- part-time and nights and weekends available.
Full UK driving licence required mileage paid, good rates of pay You will have the opportunity to progress in your role with continued professional development programmes with the company
For a informal Discussion to find out more please call our friendly team.

Assistant Service Manager – Full-Time, Fixed-Term (Assisted Living)

Location: Churchfields, Witham, Essex

Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term (with the potential to become permanent)

Salary: £25,087 per annum + enhancements & excellent benefits

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (occasional weekends required)

Are you ready to lead, inspire, and make a real difference? At Churchfields in Witham, Essex, we’re searching for passionate and driven Assistant Service Managers to join our team for a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of becoming permanent.

Why Join Us? - Assistant Service Manager – Full-Time, Fixed-Term (Assisted Living) -Witham, Essex

Churchfields is home to approximately 24 individuals with varying levels of learning and physical disabilities. This vibrant service includes a mix of individual flats, shared flats, and bungalows, all supported by a dedicated team. As an Assistant Service Manager, you’ll work closely with our two Service Managers to lead, motivate, and empower support workers to provide exceptional care.

This is more than just a role—it’s a chance to enhance lives, develop your leadership skills, and be part of a dynamic team that values purpose and excellence.

What Will You Do? -Assistant Service Manager – Full-Time, Fixed-Term (Assisted Living) -Witham, Essex

You’ll be at the heart of our service, supporting Service Managers in daily operations, ensuring compliance with best practices, and driving service improvement. Through hands-on leadership, you’ll model best practices, guide support workers, and ensure the highest standards of care delivery.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and motivating teams, creating a positive and inclusive culture.
• Acting as a role model for best practices during hands-on support.
• Supporting staff development, fostering skills and confidence in the team.
• Managing delegated tasks, balancing priorities, and maintaining professionalism under pressure.
• Ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and service improvement goals.

What We’re Looking For

We need leaders with the ambition, compassion, and drive to make a difference. If you’re a natural motivator with excellent communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a passion for supporting people with learning disabilities, we want to hear from you.

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy developing team culture and bringing out the best in others.
• Have strong organizational skills and a commitment to high standards.
• Are eager to grow and contribute to a forward-thinking organisation.

What’s in It for You? -Assistant Service Manager – Full-Time, Fixed-Term (Assisted Living) -Witham, Essex

At Churchfields, it’s never “just a job.” In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll receive:

• Ongoing professional development and leadership training.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we support.
• A supportive, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and inclusion.

Join Us

This is your opportunity to step into a role where your leadership can have a lasting impact. Whether you’re looking to develop your career or find work with true purpose, we’re committed to helping you succeed.

If you’re ready to inspire, lead, and grow in a role that truly matters, apply today. Together, we can make a real difference.

Field Care Supervisor - (Social Care)
Salary: £28,937.70 per annum
Location: Travel required across West Essex
Contract: Permanent Full-Time, 37 hours per week
Shifts: between 7am – 8pm, 5 days working including weekends

Are you a care professional looking for your next career move?

Do you have a passion for helping others and making a difference to someone’s life?

Join ECL as a Field Care Supervisor known internally as a Trusted Assessor and become an integral part of ECL’s West Essex team.

Engage with customers to maximise their independence and achieve individualised goals by carrying out initial assessments, outcome focused support planning and subsequent customer reviews in a variety of settings.

This is an exciting opportunity to really embed yourself into the community; gaining and maintaining a comprehensive knowledge of local resources. Work closely with our integrated team of health and social care workers, as well as other external health professionals, to maximise the support available to our customers.

Full induction and training provided with ongoing support.

To succeed in this role, you need:

To hold QCF Diploma or NVQ Level 2 in relevant area – willing to obtain Level 3
Experience of working in Care
A driving license and use of personal vehicle for work purposes
To be confident travelling around the Essex area
An enhanced DBS Check – this can be arranged through ECL if needed
Exceptional communication skills
The ability to build and develop strong relationships with stakeholders
Solid IT skills
The ability and confidence to work independently and manage your own time
A proactive, adaptable and customer focussed work ethic
What we can offer you:

24 days pa plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
Annual Performance Review, performance related pay and bonus
Business mileage paid at 45p per mile
Contributory Pension Scheme – ECL match up to 6% Employee Pension contributions
Healthcare Cash plan (including reimbursement for dental, optical and chiropody plus much more)
Reimbursement of professional subscriptions
Excellent Career development with access to paid for qualifications
Free DBS check and renewals (if required)
Up to £1500 Refer a friend scheme
Take the next step in your career and become part of the ECL team.

At ECL, we offer care and support to thousands of people to live safely and independently within their own homes and local communities in South East England. We provide high quality social care services in Essex, London Borough of Havering, London Borough of Barking & Dagenham and West Sussex aimed at wellbeing, prevention and increasing independence.

We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitable candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme which helps to employ, support and promote disabled people in the workplace.

ECL does not hold a visa sponsor licence therefore, applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK, and/or require visa sponsorship in order to continue working in the UK, cannot be considered for this role.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Care Assistant (Nights) based at Alexandra House, Dovercourt

Available Hours:

Various hour's available full time - 44 hours

Salary £12.31 per hour

Please note we are only accepting candidates currently living within a 45-minute commute of the Care Home

Are you passionate about helping people? Are you warm and compassionate? Are you looking to join a company who cares for their staff? If so, we want to hear from you!

Why join?

You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a highly supportive culture and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of employees. In addition, you will work alongside highly motivated colleagues in an environment of strong teamwork whilst also having fun. This is a hugely rewarding role and a career to be proud of where every day you will go home knowing you made a positive difference to the lives of older people. Plus, much more!

In addition to a highly competitive salary, we offer a lot more:

• 20 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave.
• Life assurance.
• A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases.
• Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications.
• Genuine career progression and development opportunities.
• Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice.
• Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support.
• Access to wellbeing resources.
• Recommend a friend scheme.
• Family friendly policies.
• Long service awards.
• Free uniform and DBS check.
• Healthcare scheme at competitive rates.

About the role

As a Care Assistant at MHA you will provide the highest quality of care to our residents enabling them to live later life well. Duties will be varied and include supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing. Every day will be different, and you'll have the opportunity to use your people skills to make a real difference.

For more information about the role please review the attached job description.

About the home

Alexandra House is a beautifully situated, purpose-built care home providing residential and dementia care for up to 47 residents. Located right on the seafront in Dovercourt Bay, Alexandra House offers long-term and respite care in a safe, warm, and welcoming environment. Each resident's en-suite room includes a modern wet room, ensuring comfort and convenience.

Originally the Alexandra Hotel, this historic building opened its doors on 25 May 1903. It even hosted a visit from King Edward VII in 1905, who dined here with his officers. Today, Alexandra House retains its prominent seafront location, allowing residents to enjoy stunning coastal views and easy access to local amenities. The nearby library and community hub are just around the corner, offering opportunities for outings and connection within the Dovercourt community.

A dedicated and compassionate care team ensures that each resident receives personalised, 24-hour support tailored to their unique needs and preferences. This person-centred approach allows residents to maintain their independence with the reassurance that help is always close by, fostering a true sense of security and well-being in a place rich with history and care.

About you

The right values, attitude and behaviours are more important than your previous career background. Therefore, whilst previous care experience is desirable it is not essential, and we will provide all the training and support you need to thrive. You don't need any qualifications to get started as a Care Assistant. You will have a kind, warm and caring nature and be able to work well as part of a team but also use your own initiative.

To apply please email or visit mha.org.uk

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme. Click here to read more about this.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA's Talent Acquisition Team.

Care Assistant (Days) based at Alexandra House, Dovercourt

Available Hours:

Various hour's available full time - 39 hours

Salary £12.31 per hour

Please note we are only accepting candidates currently living within a 45-minute commute of the Care Home

Are you passionate about helping people? Are you warm and compassionate? Are you looking to join a company who cares for their staff? If so, we want to hear from you!

Why join?

You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a highly supportive culture and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of employees. In addition, you will work alongside highly motivated colleagues in an environment of strong teamwork whilst also having fun. This is a hugely rewarding role and a career to be proud of where every day you will go home knowing you made a positive difference to the lives of older people. Plus, much more!

In addition to a highly competitive salary, we offer a lot more:

• 20 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave.
• Life assurance.
• A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases.
• Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications.
• Genuine career progression and development opportunities.
• Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice.
• Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support.
• Access to wellbeing resources.
• Recommend a friend scheme.
• Family friendly policies.
• Long service awards.
• Free uniform and DBS check.
• Healthcare scheme at competitive rates.

About the role

As a Care Assistant at MHA you will provide the highest quality of care to our residents enabling them to live later life well. Duties will be varied and include supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing. Every day will be different, and you'll have the opportunity to use your people skills to make a real difference.

For more information about the role please review the attached job description.

About the home

Alexandra House is a beautifully situated, purpose-built care home providing residential and dementia care for up to 47 residents. Located right on the seafront in Dovercourt Bay, Alexandra House offers long-term and respite care in a safe, warm, and welcoming environment. Each resident's en-suite room includes a modern wet room, ensuring comfort and convenience.

Originally the Alexandra Hotel, this historic building opened its doors on 25 May 1903. It even hosted a visit from King Edward VII in 1905, who dined here with his officers. Today, Alexandra House retains its prominent seafront location, allowing residents to enjoy stunning coastal views and easy access to local amenities. The nearby library and community hub are just around the corner, offering opportunities for outings and connection within the Dovercourt community.

A dedicated and compassionate care team ensures that each resident receives personalised, 24-hour support tailored to their unique needs and preferences. This person-centred approach allows residents to maintain their independence with the reassurance that help is always close by, fostering a true sense of security and well-being in a place rich with history and care.

About you

The right values, attitude and behaviours are more important than your previous career background. Therefore, whilst previous care experience is desirable it is not essential, and we will provide all the training and support you need to thrive. You don't need any qualifications to get started as a Care Assistant. You will have a kind, warm and caring nature and be able to work well as part of a team but also use your own initiative.

To apply please email or visit mha.org.uk

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme. Click here to read more about this.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA's Talent Acquisition Team.

Hourly Pay: £11.44 - £12.26 Location: Chelmsford Shift: Monday 7.00am - 11.30am As a Sonderwell Complex Care Assistant, you can make a real difference to people’s lives, by caring for their complex needs and enabling them to live the life they choose. You’ll join a supportive team, that’ll provide all the training and development you need to support your client, helping you get the most out of this rewarding and fulfilling role. Your role Everyone is different. That’s the simple truth at the core of our approach to care. And the care opportunities we offer are different, too, from taking clients to medical appointments or helping them get up in the morning, to spending a full twelve hours helping them through their day. Whatever you choose, you’ll be there to look after that person’s unique needs. What’s hugely important is your ability to build a connection with the people you’re caring for. And, of course, you’ll need to be able to handle the physical aspects, too. As part of the role, you will be required to have experience in the following: Peg feeding Oral suctioning Oxygen therapy Epilepsy/seizure management Rescue Medication If you have the patience and flexibility to meet people on their level, we’ll support you in providing the personal care they deserve. Supporting you Being a Sonderwell carer isn’t just about caring. It’s about being good with people, too – being able to gain the trust of clients and their families. That’s why, if you have a caring personality and some relevant experience, we’ll give you access to online and classroom training in specific complex care needs, as well as the chance to study for a relevant NVQ. Depending on the client, you may be working on your own or part of a team. If you wish and have the availability, you could provide to support more than one client. Before you start, you’ll have the chance to meet your client and their family. And when you do, you’ll have day-to-day support with a Care Co-ordinator or Nurse Manager always on hand to answer your questions. You’ll also be able to access our ‘Carer App’ which is a fantastic source of insight and information. In short, we’ll give you all you need to get the most out of this rewarding and fulfilling role. What we can offer you Each of our clients has individual needs, so whether you’re looking for full-time or part-time hours, night shifts or day shifts, we can offer an opportunity to suit you. We’re continuously developing our benefits package to help you get more out of your role with Sonderwell. What’s more, if you recommend someone who joins us, you could also receive a referral payment. And our employee assistance programme means you’ll have access to support that is focused on your well-being. We are open to all We’re committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that diversity in our workforce drives excellence, and we work hard to create an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and, where possible, we’ll provide accommodations for those applicants with disabilities. Ready to join our team? Apply now! If you’re excited about what a career in care can offer and believe you are a great fit for this role, we want to hear from you! Click the "Apply Now" button below to submit your application. If you require any adjustments to be considered throughout the interview process, please let us know. We are committed to providing the necessary accommodations to ensure a fair and equitable hiring experience. #Sonderwell We are Sonderwell At Sonderwell, we’re a UK-wide care provider, dedicated to giving our clients the best possible care, so they can live their own unique lives. To achieve that, we believe in caring for our carers, so they deliver better care for our clients. You’ll find a place where you can learn, develop and grow into the role that best suits you. And you’ll join a close-knit, supportive team who are always looking out for each other. So, whatever path you choose, you’re never on your own – there’s always someone you can reach out to for help and advice.