Support worker (Cover Hours)

Salary: £12.71 - £13.45 per hour

Closing Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2026

Job Description

Reference Code: SWSLD0526

Job Title: Support worker (Cover Hours)

Hourly Rate: £12.71 - £13.45 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week - 8 x positions available

Location: Devon

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We are not offering sponsorship for this role

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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 align with our values of Transparency, Quality and Engagement.

We are looking for enthusiastic, resourceful and forward-thinking people and are excited to be recruiting Support Workers for the people we support in our Devon homes.

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About the Role:
You will be required to work flexibly across all of our Devon homes (Teignmouth, Paignton, Newton Abbot & Brixham)

Your role would involve supporting people with all aspects of day-to-day living, some aspects of personal care, in their homes and out in the community. The people you would support have a range of interests such as walking, driving out in the car, swimming, eating out, going for coffee, shopping and exploring different places via bus or train. If you share these interests, then this could be a great opportunity for you to work in an environment that combines your shared interests with your career.

About the usual working pattern:​

• To be discussed at interview. Shift patterns will include weekend working on a rotational basis.  ​
• As a flexible employer we are open to discussing what work patterns are mutually beneficial to meet the needs of the people we support.

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!

Essential for the role: 

• Full UK driver’s license and access to a vehicle for work purposes

Closing date:

The closing date for this vacancy is 18^th June 2026. Applications will be considered as and when received.​

Interview date:​​

• Interviews will be scheduled as and when shortlisted

On successful application, an offer of employment is 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: Devon SW Role Brief - 40 Hours GENERIC.pdf

Apply here: ​https://havencarehomesandsupportltd.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=f1a20af4-06b8-42f6-8bf1-a867b6f0e566