Overview
Support Worker
Hourly Rate: £12.30 per hour
Hours: 9 per week
Location: Redruth, Cornwall
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.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, resourceful and forward-thinking person to support a person within our service in Redruth. We value candidates who align with our values of Transparency, Quality and Engagement.
The role is based on 9 hours a week (one 4-hour shift and one 5-hour shift), which can be flexible throughout the week (weekdays or weekends, evenings or mornings but not too early).
About the Role
CURC is a 25-year-old young lady with a diagnosed hypertonia and mild learning difficulty. CURC communicates verbally and can express likes, dislikes, and preferences, and engages in detailed conversations. The role involves providing support to help further motivation, improve cooking skills, assist with shopping, banking, attending and organizing appointments, and broader daily living support. The right person will be female, up for a laugh, able to take a joke and not be bossy. Be a good active listener; a driver would be preferable due to shopping and mobility needs, especially when carrying shopping or when feeling unwell.
We are seeking someone who is bubbly, relaxed, and approachable.
Typical Working Pattern
Working pattern will be based on a 2-week rolling pattern. Havencare would like a 4-hour shift and a 5-hour shift in each week.
What We Will Provide
* Quality training and development opportunities to maintain and enhance skills
* Free 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Refer a Friend Scheme
* Vouchers at Christmas, on work anniversary, and birthday
* Paid DBS
* Annual pay and other benefits
Requirements / Eligibility
* A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and registration for the DBS Update Service
* 2 acceptable references
* Evidence of eligibility / right to work in the UK
Application Details
Closing date: 21 November 2025. Applications will be considered as they are received.
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