About The Role Support Worker - Telecare Response Location: Hertfordshire - Community based work with travel around the area Salary: £ per hour Hours: Zero per week, as and when required working evenings, nights and weekends Contract: Casual Additional Information: Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle (Business mileage reimbursed) Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role We’re looking for compassionate and reliable Service Support Workers to join our Telecare team, supporting vulnerable adults to live safely and independently at home.
This is a rewarding, community-based role where you’ll respond to Telecare alerts, provide practical and emotional support, and ensure service users receive timely and person-centred care—often in urgent situations.
What will a day in the life of a Support Worker involve?
1. Respond to Telecare alarms promptly, attending service users’ homes within minutes and providing immediate support.
2. Deliver person-centred care through welfare checks, risk assessments, and follow-up visits.
3. Work collaboratively with families, health professionals, and support networks to meet individual needs.
4. Maintain accurate records, monitor changes in condition, and work flexibly across a -day rota to ensure continuous service delivery.
To be a successful Support Worker, what will you need?
5. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
6. Well-organised with good time management skills, able to prioritise tasks effectively and maintain accurate records using basic IT systems.
7. Professional and discreet approach when handling sensitive situations, with experience delivering services to the public.
8. Understanding of health or social care (including vulnerable individuals, dementia or complex needs desirable), with flexibility to work / shifts and travel across Hertfordshire to meet response times.
Interested? The closingdate for applications is on th June. In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
9. Flexible working: Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
10. Holidays: days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy extra days.
11. Pension scheme: Up to % contributory pension.
12. Learning & Development: A range of career & learning opportunities.
13. Discounts: Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform..
14. Wellbeing Support: Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
15. CycleWork: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK-based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme.
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