Female Support Worker 

Service: Jameson's Care Supportive Living

Pay rate: £12.71 per hour - £13,218.40 annually (Based on 20 hours per week)

Working Hours: Up to 20 hours per week

*PLEASE NOTE - A FULL UK DRIVERS LICENCE IS NEEDED TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS ROLE*

Jameson's Supported Living is part of National Care Group who support individuals with complex and enduring mental health needs, learning disabilities, mental health support needs and autism in and around Colchester.

Jameson's Residential (part of National Care Group) provides support to adults with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, and autistic people.

About National Care Group

National Care Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of adult social care, supporting people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, acquired brain injuries, autistic people, and complex related needs. Its mission is to empower those it supports to lead their best life, enabling them the opportunity to unlock their full potential and live as independently as possible within their community.

We won Specialist Care Provider of the Year 2025 in the large group category at the National Care Awards! We Won Specialist Care Provider 2025! - National Care Group 

The role of a National Care Group Support Worker 

You will work with young adults who have complex needs. We are looking for a respectful and caring individual who can passionately support our young adults to fulfil their potential. This is a sometimes challenging role but one with huge rewards.

• You will build positive relationships with people by listening, discussing, and then planning goals and ambitions together.
• You will help to plan their daily tasks and assist with practical activities such as cooking, cleaning and running errands. 
• You will assist with personal care, which may include support with eating and administering medication.
• You will help to plan and participate in any exciting days out they wish to enjoy.
• You will make a positive impact on someone's life by supporting them to become more independent wherever possible. 

What qualities do you need to be a great support worker?

• A caring attitude, with a passion for supporting others and a motivation to see them achieve goals.
• A team player, able to work effectively with other colleagues. 
• Resilience to keep going at difficult times and the confidence to ask for support if needed.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.

 What’s in it for you?

• The opportunity to develop a career in a secure and fulfilling role at an organisation that values growing its team from within. 
• You can continuously learn on the job with the benefit of paid training and the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications.
• You will work at an organisation that celebrates age, gender and diversity within an inclusive culture. 
• The organisation promotes an environment of wellbeing with support for you to stay healthy and happy. 
• The opportunity to earn rewards through an enhanced Refer a Friend scheme.
• Access to Stream enabling greater control over your finances.

At National Care Group, is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic organisation. So, if you’re ready to embark on a journey where your potential outweighs your current skill set, we encourage you to apply. You might have the right values and attitude we are looking for!

Email - lyndsay@nationalcaregroup.com

Telephone: 01282 377912

NCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and all colleagues working with these groups are expected to share a commitment to this. You will be expected to report any concerns relating to the safeguarding of vulnerable adults in accordance with agreed procedures. If your own conduct in relation to the safeguarding of vulnerable adults gives cause for concern, National Care Group agreed protection procedures will be followed.