Overview
* Posting date: 04 September 2025
* Salary: £12.32 per hour
* Hours: Full time
* Closing date: 04 October 2025
* Location: Cheshunt, Waltham Cross
* Remote working: On-site only
* Company: HCPA
* Job type: Permanent
* Job reference: HCPA004469
About the Company
Accedo Care provides person-centred supported living services to adults with learning disabilities, mental illness, and/or physical disabilities. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, empowering care that helps individuals live fulfilling lives in their own communities.
Why should I apply for this Support Worker job?
We Offer:
* Career progression opportunities
* £300 staff referral bonus
* Competitive hourly rates
* 28 days holiday (pro rata)
* Comprehensive and ongoing training
* Funded DBS check
* Pension scheme
* Recognition and development of your individual skills
* Staff events and wellbeing activities
What does this Support Worker job involve?
Hours of Work: 40 Hours Per Week - Flexible shifts available Day & Night
* Support individuals in their own homes and in the wider community
* Assist with day-to-day living, including personal care, household tasks, and health management
* Respond to challenging behaviours with professionalism, empathy, and consistency
* Encourage independence, confidence, and community integration
* Engage individuals in leisure, educational, and employment activities
* Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and uphold the six core values: Choice, Fulfilment, Privacy, Dignity, Rights, and Independence
Am I the right person for this Support Worker job?
Essential Criteria:
* Minimum 5-10 years of experience in social care
* Experience supporting individuals with aggressive behaviours, self-harm, and complex needs
* Background in mental health units, hospitals, or similar high-support environments
* Strong understanding of positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniques
* Enhanced communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, emotionally demanding role
* Right to work in the UK
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