Overview
Support Worker CO6, Colchester. A wonderful opportunity for an experienced SEN Support Worker to assist Zoe, a sociable, engaging young person aged 27 with Cerebral Palsy, who loves horse riding. £37,570.00 gross per annum.
* Nearest Station: Colchester
* Salary/Wage: £37,570.00 gross per annum | £17.00 gross per hour
* Driving Requirements: Yes, essential and must have own car and business insurance – mileage paid for work use
* Essential: 2 years’ experience supporting young people/adults within a small home care team, female applicants only, confident driver and swimmer, confident around animals and particularly horses. Tech Savvy. Non-smoker/Vaper
* Start Date: ASAP
* Days & Hours: 08.00 am to 4.30 pm Monday to Friday
* Pets in Home: One cat, very friendly
* Recruiter Contact: Janet MacLennan janet@snapcare.co.uk
About the Client/Child: Zoe, 27, is a vibrant, fun-loving young woman who lives on a working farm near Colchester with her mum and dad. Zoe participates in activities including hydrotherapy, arts and crafts, drama, farm work, and horse riding. She has an Acquired Brain Injury and Cerebral Palsy affecting all four limbs. Zoe can mobilise independently but needs gentle 1:1 support to prevent falls. She can walk indoors but uses a manual and electric wheelchair outdoors. Zoe eats orally with hand-on-hand support; mealtimes need to be calm and slow. Further information will be provided to shortlisted candidates.
The Role at a Glance:
The shift begins at 8:30 AM on Mondays. Zoe is taken to the farm (about a 40-minute drive) where she spends time feeding, cleaning, and riding horses, caring for goats, and managing reptiles in the on-site reptile house. The female support worker must have a car to transport Zoe and her wheelchair to activities. While a structured routine exists, animals, especially horses, are central to Zoe’s life. No professional horse training is required, but a genuine love for horses and comfort with farm life are essential. The role involves working with Zoe’s therapists, following tailored care plans shared and updated via Apps on a work phone provided. Zoe attends drama classes, swimming, and arts and crafts. There may be a day for quieter activities. Zoe’s mum or dad will hand over at 4:30 PM.
This Job Would Suit: A professional, experienced female support worker who can follow detailed care and therapy plans with precision. Someone with effective communication and teamwork skills, patience, dependability, and dedication to Zoe’s continued access to experiences that bring her happiness and growth. The ability to step up and step back will be a core skill, and a fabulous sense of humour is appreciated.
Why You’ll Love This Role: Be part of a supportive, dedicated team. Training and ongoing guidance will be provided. A genuine commitment to champion Zoe in living her fullest life and, being around animals and horses, will create an amazing experience together.
Recruitment Process: This vacancy is managed through Snap Care’s Shortlist Service. Applications will be reviewed, essential criteria verified, and suitable CVs and contact details passed to the client/case manager to continue the recruitment process. By applying, you consent to your details being shared with the client.
Note: We are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies. If a specific gender is required, this is a genuine occupational requirement under paragraph 1, schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.
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