Reference Code: SWDC0226 Cover Hours – Support Worker Hourly Rate: £12.30ph (£1.40 complex service enhancement.) & £55.35 for a Sleep (22.00 – 7.00) Hours: 40 per week Location: Working across services in Paignton, Brixham, Newton Abbot and Teignmouth 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 an enthusiastic, adaptable, resourceful and forward-thinking person, and are excited to be recruiting a Cover Hours Support Worker to support our people who live in homes located across Devon About the Role: As part of the Devon team, you will be supporting where required people we support in Paignton, Brixham, Newton Abbot and Teignmouth. Supporting individuals with a range of different needs, Learning disabilities, Autism, Epilepsy, Mental Health and nonverbal/communication difficulties. This role also involves providing support with intimate personal care. A UK Driver’s License and access to own vehicle and business insurance is essential About the usual working pattern: 4 weeks rota in advance - Although rotas could be subject to change in the event of staff emergencies or staff annual leave so potential candidates do need to be able to be flexible. Will be required to be able to work, days, waking nights and sleep’s 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 3rd March 2026. Applications will be considered as and when received. 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 Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .