Support Worker (Part-Time – 16 Hours per Week)
Mid Essex
Make a Difference Every Day with Essex Respite & Care Association
At Essex Respite & Care Association (ERCA), we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live an independent, fulfilling life. As a trusted local charity, we provide compassionate, person-centred support to adults across Essex, helping people stay connected to their communities and achieve the things that matter most to them.
We are looking for kind, reliable and enthusiastic Community Support Workers to join our friendly Mid Essex team on a part-time basis (16 hours per week). There is also potential for additional hours as our service continues to grow.
If you are passionate about making a positive difference and enjoy supporting others to live life to the fullest, we would love to hear from you.
About the Role
As a Community Support Worker, you will provide one-to-one support to adults in their own homes and within the local community. Every day is different, and your support will help people build confidence, maintain independence, improve wellbeing, and enjoy meaningful social connections.
You will be supporting adults with a variety of needs, including:
- Dementia
- Parkinson’s disease
- Acquired brain injuries
- Neurodivergence
- Mental health conditions
Your encouragement, companionship, and practical support can make a real difference to someone’s day, and their carers.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting people to enjoy community activities, sports, crafts and social groups
- Providing companionship and sitting services in people’s own homes
- Helping with shopping and everyday tasks
- Supporting individuals to maintain a clean, safe and habitable home through light household tasks
- Food preparation, and cooking.
- Accompanying individuals to medical and other appointments
- Encouraging independence, confidence and everyday life skills
- Providing personalised support that reflects each person’s individual goals and aspirations
Please note: This role does not include personal care or medication administration.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from people who are:
- Compassionate, patient and reliable
- Passionate about supporting people with their mental health and wellbeing
- Positive, respectful and encouraging in their approach
- Able to work independently and use their initiative
- Adaptable and confident working in different environments
- Committed to maintaining confidentiality and professional standards
Previous experience in a support role is welcome but not essential—full training and ongoing support will be provided.
Essential Requirements
Applicants must:
- Hold a full UK driving licence
- Have access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across Mid and South Essex
- Have business-use vehicle insurance
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check
- Clear written and spoken english.
- Be available to work Monday to Friday (08:00–18:00)
- Have occasional weekend availability
What We Offer
- A rewarding role supporting adults to live more independently
- Flexible part-time working with potential for additional hours
- A supportive and welcoming charity environment
- High-quality face-to-face training delivered twice per year
- Ongoing learning and development within community-based support
- Casual dress and flexible working opportunities
- Continued support from a friendly and experienced team
Join Our Team
If you are motivated, caring, and committed to helping others achieve greater independence and wellbeing, we would love to hear from you.
Together, we can help people across Essex live fulfilling lives, stay connected to their communities, and enjoy greater independence.
About ERCA
Learn more at: www.erca.org.uk
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
