Support Worker

Salary: £12.71 - £13.45 per hour

Closing Date: Fri, 07 Aug 2026

Job Description

Reference Code: SWCORN0726

Job Title: Support Worker

Hourly Rate: £12.71 - £13.45 per hour
Hours: Full Time to Part Time

Location: Cornwall

We are not offering sponsorship for this role

Havencare is a forward-thinking and growing charity.  We have been making a difference for 35 years, changing the lives of people who have learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries, and other support needs. Our big aims include every person having a home that is right for them, and support for the life they choose.

At Havencare, first and foremost, we are looking for outstanding people who are caring, enthusiastic, and passionate about helping others live fulfilling lives?

We are looking for dedicated Support Workers to join our team across Cornwall.

This rewarding role offers a variety of shift patterns, including day shifts, night shifts, sleep-ins, and 14-hour shifts, with hours available range from part-time to full-time positions.

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About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will work alongside the incredible people we support, helping them develop independence, build confidence, and achieve their personal goals. You'll play an important role in empowering individuals to live happy, meaningful lives while being part of a supportive and passionate team.

You will support individuals to:

• Develop independence and essential daily living skills
• Access and engage with their local community
• Enjoy social activities such as cinema trips, shopping, cafés, and days out
• Participate in meaningful experiences and opportunities
• Express their views and wishes, advocating for them when needed
• Build confidence and achieve greater independence

For occupational requirement reasons we are looking to appoint a female only this post (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9).​

We will provide you with:

• Quality training and development opportunities to maintain and enhance your skills and knowledge
• Free 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
• Big financial rewards through our Refer a Friend Scheme
• Vouchers at Christmas, your work anniversary, and your birthday
• Paid DBS
• …and more!

Closing date: 

The closing date for this vacancy is 8th August 2026. Applications will be considered as and when received.

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If your application is successful, any offer of employment will be subject to:

            A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and subsequent registration for the DBS Update Service

            2 acceptable / satisfactory references

            Evidence of eligibility / right to work in the UK

Check out the role brief and assignment information here: Generic for Adverts - Support Worker - Role Brief - 2026.pdf​

Apply here:  https://havencarehomesandsupportltd.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=b896ddbe-3ad9-463e-a9f9-d385cec14fe5​