Care Support Worker Job in Lewisham, London
Job Type: Full Time, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary
Location: Lewisham
Area: London, England Salary: £13.50 - £15.00p/h
Start Date: 10/11/2026
Advertiser: Nursing Direct
Telephone: 0330 056 6000
Job Ref: NDHL10112026b
Job Description
Nursing Direct is looking for compassionate, reliable, and experienced Care Support Workers to provide high-quality support to individuals with a range of care and support needs across South London.
As a Care Support Worker, you will play an important role in helping clients maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life. You will provide personalised support in clients’ homes and community settings, working closely with individuals, their families, and wider care teams to ensure their needs are met safely and respectfully.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for candidates who have:
Previous experience working in a care, support, healthcare, or similar role.
Experience supporting individuals with personal care and day-to-day activities.
A caring, patient, and empathetic approach, with a genuine passion for supporting others.
Good communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and their families.
The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a wider care team.
A professional and reliable approach, with a commitment to maintaining dignity, confidentiality, and safeguarding at all times.
Relevant care training or qualifications are desirable, although not essential depending on experience.
Key Responsibilities
As a Care Support Worker, your responsibilities may include:
Supporting clients with personal care, including washing, bathing, dressing, and toileting.
Assisting with meals, nutrition, hydration, and daily routines.
Supporting clients with household tasks and activities of daily living.
Encouraging independence and supporting clients to make their own choices.
Providing companionship and emotional support.
Supporting clients to access the community and participate in social activities.
Supporting medication administration where trained and required.
Responding calmly and professionally to challenging situations or behaviours.
Following individual care plans and contributing to positive outcomes for each client.
Working collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals, and other members of the care team.
Promoting the dignity, wellbeing, independence, and safety of every client.
Why Join Nursing Direct?
At Nursing Direct, we value the contribution our care staff make every day. We are committed to providing compassionate, person-centred care and supporting our team to deliver the highest possible standard of service.
If you are passionate about helping others, take pride in providing excellent care, and want a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you.
Please Note:
Nursing Direct is a UK-based agency and can only offer roles within the UK. Applicants must currently reside in the UK and hold the right to work in the UK. We cannot offer VISA sponsorships or accept applications from individuals on 20-hour Student VISAs or Skilled Worker VISAs. Candidates must live within a commutable distance of the advertised location.
Nursing Direct is dedicated to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants must meet mandatory compliance requirements, including registration and ongoing training, to ensure the highest standards of care and safety.
