Responsibilities
* Providing person‑centred care and support
* Supporting children with personal care, wellbeing and daily routines
* Encouraging participation in education, play, therapy and community activities
* Supporting activities such as swimming, baking, shopping and outings
* Recording care notes and progress in line with safeguarding standards
* Working as part of a multidisciplinary team including nurses, therapists and teachers
* Following care plans and behaviour support strategies
Qualities & Qualifications
* Kind, patient and compassionate individuals
* Reliable and calm, especially in challenging situations
* Good communication skills
* Willingness to work early, late and weekend shifts
* Experience in care, epilepsy or complex needs is welcome but not essential
Join St Elizabeth's Centre as a Care Support Worker and help children with epilepsy and complex needs live happy, safe and fulfilling lives.
About St Elizabeth's Centre
St Elizabeth's Centre is a large, values‑led charity supporting children, young people and adults with complex needs, including epilepsy, learning disabilities and physical disabilities. Our site includes:
* Children's Homes
* School and College
* Supported Living
* On‑site therapy and nursing teams
We offer a supportive, professional and welcoming environment where care staff are trained, valued and supported.
Benefits
* Competitive hourly pay
* 20% uplift for weekend overtime
* 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
* Free DBS check
* Free on‑site parking
* Subsidised staff transport from Harlow, Bishop's Stortford, Sawbridgeworth and Stanstead Abbotts
* Affordable on‑site staff accommodation (£200 per month, up to 2 years – role dependent)
* Blue Light Card discounts
* Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
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