Careers at Acorns Health Care
Bring Your Expertise to a Place That Values It
At Acorns Health Care, we know that outstanding support doesn’t happen by chance. It’s built by dedicated, experienced professionals who are passionate about helping individuals live with dignity, independence, and confidence.
That’s why we’re committed to creating a working environment where your expertise is recognised, your development is encouraged, and your care makes a difference every single day.
We work with adults who have learning disabilities, autism, and complex mental health needs across supported living services. If you’re qualified, experienced, and ready to join a team that puts people first, we’d love to hear from you.
Please do not be put off if you haven’t worked in Health and Social care before though, as we would love to hear from you should you have compassion, warmth and understanding!
The Benefits of Working with Us
You bring skill, compassion, and commitment, and we match that with the support and respect you deserve.
Here’s what you can expect as part of the Acorns team:
- Competitive rates of pay, with enhancements for bank holidays
- Consistent shifts and stable, long-term placements
- Supportive team culture that values professionalism and kindness
- Regular supervision and mentoring from experienced managers
- Recognition awards and long-service milestones
Acorns gives you the confidence, autonomy and respect to do your job properly. Acorns provide the training, support, and encouragement to complete your role to the best of your ability, enhancing people’s lives.
Training and Career Development
We don’t just fill roles, we build careers. When you join Acorns, you’re backed by a team that invests in your growth. We provide structured development pathways for care professionals at every level, including:
- Comprehensive induction for all new staff
- Specialist training in areas such as autism, mental health, and positive behaviour support
- Continuous opportunities to become a senior support worker, team leader, home manager and senior managment
- Access to mentoring, reflective practice, and career planning
- Continuous in-role learning to strengthen your skills and confidence
Whether you want to refine your practice or lead a service, we’ll help you get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications do I need to work at Acorns Health Care?
For most roles, we require at least an NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care and relevant experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, or complex needs. However, please still enquire if you are new to the sector, though you feel you have the skills and characteristics to provide exceptional care and support.
What types of roles are available?
We regularly recruit for experienced support workers, senior support workers, team leaders, and managers across our supported living services.
Can I progress into a leadership role?
Yes. We actively promote from within and provide leadership training and clear progression pathways for high-performing staff.
What support do you offer for wellbeing?
You’ll have access to 24/7 employee wellbeing support, including mental health resources, counselling services, and a positive, inclusive team culture.
Do I need to drive?
Some roles do require driving, depending on location and service type. Check the job description for details.
Join us
If you’re an experienced care professional looking to work in a team that values quality, compassion, and growth. Acorns Health Care is the right place for you.
Your experience matters. Your work makes a difference.
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