Casual Independence Support Worker (Care Worker)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 11 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 10 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Thurrock, Essex, RM17 6SL |
| Cwmni: | Thurrock Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 2884_1773249102 |
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Directorate: Adults & Health
Job Title: Care Worker
Location: Thurrock
Salary: £13.76 per hour
Band: B
Hours: 0hrs, Casual Contract.
Are you the kind of person that believes all people should live long, happy and healthy lives? Making their own decisions, staying connected with friends and family and maintaining a community life? If you are why don't you come and work for Thurrock Council - we are a progressive organisation that is wholly committed to providing quality first care to all our local residents.
We provide care and support for clients in their own homes or in Residential settings via single or double handed calls. The services provide care 365 days a year. We also provide respite services and a Day Care facility.
We are currently looking for Care Workers who can work within all of our Services on a casual contract. Support will be required to cover absences but will give Workers the flexibility to work around any current commitments. However, please be aware that Casual Staff are required to work at least one shift per month.
Our Services offer a variety of shifts including earlies, lates, weekends, nights and Bank Holidays.
Full Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle required for working in the Community - mileage paid at 45p per mile.
The successful candidate will need to have a professional attitude at all times and have knowledge around the understanding of Dementia, Challenging behaviours and Manual Handling - training also provided.
Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Staff discounts and local offers
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
The Council supports the Covid-19 vaccination programme and encourages staff delivering front-line care services to take up the offer of double vaccination.
DBS Check: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for Adults is required at Enhanced plus barred list level
Important Dates
Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 19th March 2026
Closing Date (Internal & External): 6th April 2026
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
Additional Information
For an informal discussion about the post or the interviews process, please contact Kayleigh Arthurton via email:
To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:
Download Job Profile (PDF Document)
Application Requirements
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