Salary: £12.30 per hour

Closing Date: Sat, 01 Nov 2025

Reference Code: SWGOO1025

Hourly Rate: £12.30 per hour (£55.35 sleep-in rate)
Hours: 12.5 per week

Location: Plympton

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Due to our sponsorship obligations, we are unable to offer part-time hours to those requiring sponsorship

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

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, resourceful and forward-thinking person and are excited to be recruiting a Support Worker to work in one of our supported living services in Plympton. We are looking for someone who has a full UK driving license and has a minimum of 2 years UK experience in a supported living setting.

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About the Role:

GOOJ is a lady in her 60’s who has a diagnosis of a learning disability. She loves getting out and about in her car, attending local events, going shopping and spending time with friends. GOOJ is the life and soul of the party and enjoys living her life to the fullest. GOOJ requires support with all aspects of her life, including shopping, taking care of her home, accessing the community and personal care.

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About the usual working pattern: We have a 2-week rolling rota. Please see below. Please note, this is subject to change with the changing needs of the service.

Week 1

Friday- 1000-2300 & Sleep

Saturday- 0800-1000

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Week 2

Friday- 1500-2300 & Sleep

Saturday- 0800-1000

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We will provide you with:

• Quality training and development opportunities to maintain and enhance your skills and knowledge
• Additional rate for overtime shifts
• 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!

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Closing date: 

The closing date for this vacancy is 1 st November 2025. 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

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To apply now please follow this link:  SW Role Brief - GOOJ - 12.5.pdf

Check out the role brief and assignment information here:  https://havencarehomesandsupportltd.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=22100a5d-ad6e-4649-af53-bc1cdf9e3713