Careers & current vacancies

Is Support work for you?

Support work is great for people who like to work in a team, make a difference and to work early/late shifts. We also employ waking night staff who are integral to keeping Meath residents safe 24/7.

Current Vacancies

View our vacancies below to see the range of roles available throughout our broad range of services.

In order to consider your application we will need:

• A completed application form – do not leave any blank sections and provide as much information as possible. If you wish, you may include a covering letter and/or CV. Remember to tell us why you are applying.

You can fill in our online application form which is available below, after our open vacancies.

Open role

Support Worker – 30 to 40 hours per week

£13.80 per hour

Our residents are at the heart of everything we do at The Meath Epilepsy Charity with person-centred planning we make sure that everyone remains focused on achieving their goals and to maintain their independence as much as possible. This role is for 30 to 40 hours per week, with shifts to include every other weekend.

Job Purpose: To assist in the personal, rehabilitative and social care of residents.

Open role

Waking Night Support Worker

£13.80 per hour

Are you hard working, do you enjoy being with people? We are looking for enthusiastic Waking Night Support Workers to help care for our residents during the night and leading into the morning shifts.

We are looking for team players with excellent communication skills who want to deliver a high level of care and support, whilst maintaining safety standards at all times in line with company policies. Previous experience of care work desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Job Purpose: As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will deliver person-centered care and support to our residents, in line with their personal care plans so that our residents can achieving their goals and to maintain their independence as much as possible.

Open role

Senior Support Worker – 38 hours per week

Our residents are at the heart of everything we do at the Meath Epilepsy Charity with person centered planning we make sure that everyone remains focused on achieving their goals and to maintain their independence as much as possible.

Job Purpose: We require team players with excellent communication skills who want to deliver a high level of care and support, whilst maintaining safety standards at all times in line with company policies. Previous experience of care work is essential and full training will be provided.

Open role

Service Manager

We are looking for a team player with excellent communication skills who want to deliver a high level of care and support, whilst maintaining safety standards at all times in line with company policies.

Job Purpose: You will be responsible for ensuring the needs of the residents are met and carried out to the highest standards, and safeguarding regulations are abided by and documented. Ensuring staff teams are mentored, guided, and supported to deliver the expected high standard of care and safety. Working within and ensuring teams work with in the perimeters of the KLOEs.

Full time: 40 hours per week

Open role

Multi Site Support Worker

Overview: Our residents are at the heart of everything we do at the Meath Epilepsy Charity with person-centred planning we make sure that everyone remains focused on achieving their goals and to maintain their independence as much as possible.

We are currently looking for experienced and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our dedicated team across our three supported living homes of our homes and eight services based at the Meath in Godalming. You will be prominently based across the three supported living homes, supporting adults of varying ages with epilepsy and autism.

Open role

Multi Site Waking Night Support Worker

Overview: Our residents are at the heart of everything we do at the Meath Epilepsy Charity with person-centred planning we make sure that everyone remains focused on achieving their goals and to maintain their independence as much as possible.

We are currently looking for experienced and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our dedicated team across our three supported living homes of our homes and eight services based at the Meath in Godalming. As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will be prominently based across the three supported living homes, supporting adults of varying ages with epilepsy and autism.

Open role

Complementary Therapist

Overview: Our residents are at the heart of everything we do at the Meath Epilepsy Charity with person-centred planning we make sure that everyone remains focused on achieving their goals and to maintain their independence as much as possible.

Job Purpose: To work alongside our Health and Wellbeing team to provide complementary therapies to our residents, such as reflexology, aromatherapy, and hand, foot and head massage, on a 1-1 basis. This role involves planning and delivering personalised treatments, keeping clear and accurate notes, and maintaining a safe, calm and supportive environment for those in our care.

Open role

Payroll Specialist

Overview: Would you like to join a professional, caring and fun team that specialises in supporting and protecting people living with complex epilepsy and healthcare needs?

Job Purpose: Joining the HR team, you will responsible for overseeing the full payroll process, including calculating wages, processing payments, maintaining payroll records, and ensuring compliance with tax laws and labour regulations. You will work directly with the HR team, supporting our Residential Services and all department with pay related queries and updates.

Open role

Estate Maintenance Person

Are you looking to be a part of a warm, friendly team in a buzzing atmosphere? Do you enjoy working with people? We are currently seeking an Estates Maintenance Person, with experience in painting & decorating, to join our team here at The Meath Epilepsy Charity!

The Meath Epilepsy Charity is situated within 10 acres of land and comprises of 8 services, office buildings and a Skills Centre. We are looking for someone who will assist in looking after and maintaining all these areas to the highest possible standards.

Open role

Senior Waking Night Support Worker

Are you hard working, do you enjoy being with people? We are looking for enthusiastic Senior Waking Night Support Workers to help care for our residents during the night and leading into the morning shifts.

Job Purpose: We require team players with excellent communication skills who want to deliver a high level of care and support, whilst maintaining safety standards at all times in line with company policies. Previous experience of care work is essential and full training will be provided.

Offers of employment are subject to:

• An enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service Check. The Meath is required to obtain a DBS Check for all staff, which is paid for by the Charity. However, if the applicant leaves within their six month probation period, it will be deducted from their final salary. Due to the nature of the work, all posts at The Meath are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. We require all applicants to complete a declaration form allowing any issues to be discussed as soon as possible.
• Two references satisfactory to The Meath.
• Successful completion of a six-month probation period.

The Meath Epilepsy Charity is committed to equal opportunities.

Our staff are at the heart of what we do. There are lots of staff benefits available to employees.

Take a look here to find out more.

Recruitment and Job Applications

Inclusivity & Diversity: We recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality creativity, and identity to work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to be part of our charity in supporting our inspirational residents.

For all Recruitment and Job Applications queries please contact recruitment department on 01483 415095 or by e-mailing recruitment@meath.org.uk

Committed to creating a respectful work environment

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or belief.

Volunteering

If you can spare some time or would just like to know more without committing yourself, please contact The Meath and we can arrange to meet you, have a coffee and a chat and find out how we can help each other to help The Meath.