Pay: £12.63 per hour
Location: Plymouth
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Join an award-recognised care provider and make a real difference
Are you looking for a rewarding Support Worker role in Plymouth?
New Direction Support is expanding and we’re looking for Non-Complex Community Support Workers to join our dedicated team. We’re proud to hold Gold Investors in People accreditation, recognising our commitment to staff development, wellbeing, and career progression.
As a Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person‑centred support to individuals with additional needs—helping them live independently and thrive within their communities.
About the Role
* Provide support in individuals’ homes and within the community
* Follow tailored support plans to help people maintain tenancies, manage bills, and develop life skills
* Work professionally, calmly, and methodically in a variety of situations
* Uphold company policies and procedures at all times
We’re looking for caring, patient, and reliable individuals who are flexible and able to work some weekends.
We offer a range of working patterns to suit different availability:
* 24–36 hours per week (minimum contract)
* Shifts typically run between 08:00–20:00, or 08:00–22:00 with a sleep‑in
* Must be flexible and able to work weekends
Training & Development
You’ll receive full training, including:
* Online mandatory training
* In‑house training delivered by New Direction Support
* Ongoing career development and qualification opportunities, including apprenticeships
What We’re Looking For
* A calm and methodical approach
* Patience, understanding, and strong communication skills
* Ability to follow support plans and company procedures
* Company pension scheme
* Free DBS check
* Blue Light Card eligibility
* New employee bonus scheme
* Refer‑a‑friend bonusCycle to Work scheme
* IT salary sacrifice scheme
* Training and apprenticeship opportunities
* Overtime opportunities
* Career development and qualifications
* Increased holiday entitlement with long service
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Strong team support and a positive working culture
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