Canvey Island, Essex
Canvey Island, Essex
£14.30 - £17.60 per hour
Full Time, Part Time, Per Day/Shift
July 21, 2026
Description
Support Worker – Brain Injury & Complex Needs
Location: Canvey Island, Essex
Shifts: Days Only – Tuesday to Sunday, 8:00am–8:00pm
Superior Healthcare is seeking an experienced and compassionate Support Worker to support an individual living with an acquired brain injury in the Canvey Island area.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life by providing person-centred care, promoting independence, and supporting their ongoing journey.
About the Role
Working on a 1:1 basis, you will support the client both at home and within the community, delivering high-quality care tailored to their individual needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing personal care and daily living support
- Assisting with mobility
- Encouraging independence through motivation and positive engagement
- Administering and supporting with regular medication
- Managing and de-escalating behaviours that may challenge
- Supporting community access and social activities
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Previous experience supporting individuals with brain injuries (essential)
- Experience managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours
- Confidence supporting individuals with complex clinical needs
- A calm, patient, and resilient approach to care
- A genuine passion for delivering outstanding person-centred support
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential)
- Full right to work in the UK
Why Join Superior Healthcare?
- Flexible shift patterns
- Ongoing specialist training and development
- Supportive clinical and management teams
- Opportunity to work in a specialist, rewarding role
- Make a meaningful impact every day
If you’re a dedicated Support Worker looking for a fulfilling role where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Superior Healthcare and help transform lives.
EmmaBoyle@superiorhealthcare.co.uk
REF: REGEBO
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Emma Boyle
- To support clients with personal care and administer medication.
- To provide complex care interventions where required.
- Help to access the community.
- To show the client dignity and respect at all times.
- To regularly refer to and follow care plans written by the Nurse Manager to ensure exceptional person-centred care is provided.
- To be fun, friendly and engaging with the client around their interests and hobbies.
- To closely observe and monitor the client and keep thorough documentation.
Benefits of working for Superior Healthcare
Blue Light Card
Blue Light Card - we’ll pay for it.
Living Wage Employer
Competitive pay that reflects your hard work.
Diploma Qualifications
Enrol onto a Level 2 to Level 5 diploma.
Paid Training
Thorough paid training and supported induction, with annual paid refreshers.
Agency Training
Industry-leading training with annual paid refreshers.
Christmas Saver Scheme
We help you save for Christmas.
Employee Assistance Programme
Wellbeing support including up to six counselling sessions.
Wellbeing Team
In-house wellbeing team to support you.
The Wisdom App
24/7 live chat and video calls with trained counsellors, and free financial and legal advice.
Employee of the Month
We reward Employees of the Month with a £100 voucher.
Events
Employee events throughout the year, including fish and chips on the beach.
Consistent Support
Consistent support from our team of Nurses and Field Care Supervisors.
Menopause Support
In-house women's health support.
Holiday Pay
Accumulate holiday pay as you work.
Enhanced Night Pay
Receive a higher pay rate if you work nights.
Enhanced Bank Holiday pay
Receive a higher pay rate if you work public holidays.
Apply for this role
If you are a passionate carer/support worker who is eager to work as part of an organisation that will value the contribution that you make and support you to build your career around your needs, Superior Healthcare looks forward to hearing from you!
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