Support Worker – Cheshunt

Accedo Care Group; Cheshunt; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care provider in Cheshunt is seeking experienced Support Workers to join their team. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of experience in delivering social care, specifically in mental health or high-support environments. Responsibilities include supporting individuals with daily living and engaging them in various activities. The role offers career progression, competitive pay, and ongoing training.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates

Comprehensive training

Career progression opportunities

Staff events and wellbeing activities

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in social care.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Experience supporting individuals with aggressive behaviours and self-harm.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in their own homes and in the community.
• Assist with personal care and household tasks.
• Engage individuals in leisure, educational, and employment activities.

Skills

Experience in hospitals or secure units

Positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniques

Enhanced communication skills

Experience with aggressive behaviours and complex needs

Empathy and professionalism

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Job description

Are you a passionate, reliable, and experienced individual with a strong background in UK social care?

Do you want to join our expanding team in Hertfordshire?

We are currently recruiting experienced Support Workers who have 5–10 years of proven experience.

This role is ideal for those who have previously worked in hospitals, secure units, or mental health settings, and are confident in delivering high-quality support in both structured and community-based environments.

About the Role:

As a Support Worker with us, you will:

• 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
• 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

We Offer:

• Career progression opportunities
• Competitive hourly rates
• Comprehensive and ongoing training
• Funded DBS check
• Recognition and development of your individual skills
• Staff events and wellbeing activities

About Us:

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.

We’re currently hiring in the Cheshunt & Wormley areas of Hertfordshire.

If you’re an experienced and resilient professional ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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