# Eastern County Care — Full Site Content > This document contains the complete content of the Eastern County Care website for use by AI language models, search engines, and automated tools. --- ## Organisation **Name:** Eastern County Care (trading name of Little Wakering House – Eastern County Care Limited) **Company Number:** 06904210 **Registered Address:** Shalford Court, 95 Springfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 6JL **Telephone:** (01702) 217535 **Email:** referrals@easterncountycare.co.uk **Website:** https://easterncountycare.co.uk **Regulator:** Care Quality Commission (CQC) **Locations:** Southend-on-Sea, Essex and Clacton-on-Sea, Essex --- ## Home Page ### About Eastern County Care Eastern County Care is a specialist residential care provider for adults with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, Prader-Willi Syndrome, Pica, sensory impairments, and complex and challenging needs. We operate three residential care homes across Essex, providing person-centred support in a genuine home from home environment. Our philosophy is simple: We Care, You Flourish. Every individual who lives with us is treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. We believe in enabling independence, building life skills, and creating meaningful daily routines that allow each person to thrive. ### Our Core Pillars of Care **Person-Centred Care** Every individual has a unique story, unique needs, and unique potential. We build care plans around the whole person — their history, preferences, aspirations, and goals — not just their diagnosis. Our staff are trained to understand and respond to each individual's communication style, sensory needs, and emotional wellbeing. **Independence & Life Skills** We actively support individuals to develop and maintain independence. From daily living skills such as cooking, budgeting, and personal care, to community participation, social activities, and employment opportunities — we help each person build the skills and confidence to live as independently as possible. **Specialist Support** Our staff are trained in a wide range of specialist areas including positive behaviour support, autism-specific approaches, Prader-Willi Syndrome management, sensory integration, and mental health awareness. We work closely with healthcare professionals, therapists, and commissioners to ensure each individual receives the right level of support. **Home from Home** Our homes are not institutions — they are homes. We create warm, welcoming environments where individuals feel safe, valued, and part of a community. We encourage personalisation of living spaces, celebrate achievements, and support individuals to maintain relationships with family and friends. ### Who We Are We are Eastern County Care — a dedicated team of care professionals committed to making a real difference in the lives of the adults we support. Our staff are carefully selected for their compassion, skills, and commitment to person-centred values. We invest heavily in training and development to ensure our teams are equipped to provide the highest quality of care. --- ## Our Homes ### Little Wakering House — Southend-on-Sea, Essex Little Wakering House is a specialist residential care home in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. The home provides care and support for adults with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and complex needs. The home offers a structured, nurturing environment with access to a range of activities, therapies, and community opportunities. **Location:** Southend-on-Sea, Essex **Specialisms:** Learning disabilities, autism, complex needs **URL:** https://easterncountycare.co.uk/pages/locations.html#lwh ### Barrow House — Southend-on-Sea, Essex Barrow House is a specialist residential care home in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. The home supports adults with learning disabilities, challenging behaviour, and complex needs. Our experienced team provides consistent, positive behaviour support in a calm and structured home environment. **Location:** Southend-on-Sea, Essex **Specialisms:** Learning disabilities, challenging behaviour, complex needs **URL:** https://easterncountycare.co.uk/pages/locations.html#barrow ### Kingston House — Clacton-on-Sea, Essex Kingston House is a specialist residential care home in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex. The home has particular expertise in supporting adults with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) and Pica, providing the highly structured, specialist environment that individuals with these conditions require. The home also supports adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. **Location:** Clacton-on-Sea, Essex **Specialisms:** Prader-Willi Syndrome, Pica, learning disabilities, complex needs **URL:** https://easterncountycare.co.uk/pages/locations.html#kingston --- ## Services Eastern County Care provides specialist residential care for adults (aged 18 and over) with the following conditions and needs: - **Learning Disabilities** — mild, moderate, and severe learning disabilities - **Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)** — including individuals with complex communication needs - **Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS)** — specialist structured care and food management - **Pica** — specialist support for individuals with Pica disorder - **Sensory Impairments** — visual and hearing impairments alongside other needs - **Complex and Challenging Needs** — including individuals with behaviours that challenge - **Mental Health Needs** — co-occurring mental health conditions alongside learning disabilities ### What We Provide - 24-hour residential care and support - Person-centred care planning - Positive behaviour support - Life skills and independence development - Community access and social activities - Health and wellbeing support - Family liaison and involvement - Multi-disciplinary team working - Transition support --- ## Referrals ### How to Refer Eastern County Care currently has vacancies across its three specialist residential homes in Southend and Clacton. We welcome referrals from: - Local Authority adult social care teams and commissioning departments - NHS community learning disability teams and mental health services - Case managers and independent professionals - Solicitors and legal representatives - Family members and carers To make a referral, complete the online form at https://easterncountycare.co.uk/pages/referrals.html, call (01702) 217535, or email referrals@easterncountycare.co.uk. Our team will respond within 24 hours. ### Referral Process 1. Submit an enquiry via the online form, telephone, or email 2. Our team reviews the referral and responds within 24 hours 3. An initial assessment is arranged to discuss the individual's needs 4. A visit to the relevant home is arranged 5. A care plan is developed in collaboration with the individual, their family, and the commissioning authority 6. Transition and move-in support is provided ### Frequently Asked Questions — Referrals **Who can make a referral?** Local Authorities, NHS Teams, Case Managers, independent professionals, and families can all make referrals. **How quickly do you respond?** Our team aims to respond to all referral enquiries within 24 hours. **Do you have current vacancies?** Yes. Please contact us on (01702) 217535 or email referrals@easterncountycare.co.uk to discuss current availability. **Can families refer directly?** Yes. We welcome direct enquiries from family members as well as professional referrals. --- ## Work With Us — Careers Eastern County Care is regularly recruiting compassionate, dedicated care professionals to join our team across our Essex homes. We are looking for people who share our values and are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of the adults we support. ### Roles We Recruit For - Support Workers - Senior Support Workers - Team Leaders - Care Coordinators - Night Support Workers - Bank Staff ### Employee Benefits **Competitive Pay** We offer competitive rates of pay that reflect the skill and dedication of our team members. **Blue Light Card** We pay for Blue Light Cards for all our staff, providing discounts from a wide variety of national retailers and local businesses. **Health & Wellbeing — Wisdom Helpline** On joining, all staff have access to the Wisdom helpline which provides emotional and practical support, financial wellness assistance, mental health guidance, and help when you need it most. **Refer a Friend Bonus** We reward staff who refer friends to work for us. You receive a financial bonus when your friend successfully completes their probation period. **High Street Discounts & Perks** Via the Wisdom App, staff have exclusive access to discounts, money-saving deals, and perks from a variety of businesses. **Training & Development** We invest in our staff through comprehensive induction programmes, ongoing training, and opportunities for career progression. ### Who We Are Looking For We are looking for individuals who are: - Compassionate and caring - Committed to person-centred values - Reliable and resilient - Good communicators - Willing to learn and develop - Passionate about making a difference Experience in care is valued but not always essential — we provide full training. What matters most is the right attitude and values. **Apply or find out more:** https://easterncountycare.co.uk/pages/work-with-us.html --- ## Frequently Asked Questions **What types of care does Eastern County Care provide?** Eastern County Care provides specialist residential care for adults with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Prader-Willi Syndrome, Pica, sensory impairments, and complex and challenging needs. **Where are Eastern County Care homes located?** Eastern County Care operates three residential care homes in Essex: Little Wakering House and Barrow House in Southend-on-Sea, and Kingston House in Clacton-on-Sea. **Is Eastern County Care regulated by the CQC?** Yes. Eastern County Care is registered with and regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. **Does Eastern County Care support people with Prader-Willi Syndrome?** Yes. Eastern County Care has specialist expertise in supporting adults with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) and Pica. Kingston House in Clacton-on-Sea is specifically equipped to provide the structured, specialist environment that individuals with PWS require. **How do I contact Eastern County Care?** Telephone: (01702) 217535 | Email: referrals@easterncountycare.co.uk | Web: https://easterncountycare.co.uk --- ## Policies - Privacy Policy: https://easterncountycare.co.uk/pages/privacy-policy.html - Anti-Slavery & Human Trafficking Policy: https://easterncountycare.co.uk/pages/anti-slavery-policy.html --- ## Contact **Eastern County Care** Telephone: (01702) 217535 Email: referrals@easterncountycare.co.uk Website: https://easterncountycare.co.uk Locations: Southend-on-Sea and Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, UK