Support Worker

Salary: £12.71 - £13.45 per hour

Closing Date: Sat, 08 Aug 2026

Reference Code: SWPlymD0826​
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Job Title: Support Worker​
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Hourly Rate: £12.71 - £13.45 per hour​

Hours: 37.5 per week​

Location: Plymouth​

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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.​

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At Havencare, first and foremost, we are looking for outstanding people who align with our values of Transparency, Quality and Engagement.​

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We are looking for enthusiastic, resourceful and forward-thinking people and are excited to be recruiting Support Workers to work with the people we support within our Plymouth Homes. ​

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About the Role:​​

We are currently seeking a Support Worker for a 38-year-old active sociable gentleman who has a learning disability and autism. The successful applicant will be working in a supported Living Plymouth service, supporting an individual living in his own flat who receives 2:1 support. 
 

We are looking to recruit an individual who is upbeat and enjoys a laugh and joke as this gentleman has a brilliant sense of humour and enjoys laughing with his support team. You will have a positive attitude and can adapt to the different requirements of the role – enabling the individual to participate in a range of activities in the community, promoting independence in the home, providing personal care. We are looking for individuals who are interested in the function of (reason for) distressed behaviors and who will employ the principles of positive behavioral support. L needs someone who can articulate clearly and adapt quickly

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Every day is different when working with this gentleman and we are keen to recruit someone who is flexible and will take a person-centered approach – one day you may find yourself assisting him to go swimming at Tinside Lido, another day assisting him to attend the theatre to watch various shows, go out for lunch and attend discos.

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We are looking for motivators, who can provide ‘just enough support’ to promote greater independence in the people we support, enabling them to achieve their individual outcomes (goals) and ultimately to live the lives they wish to lead. 
 
For occupational requirement reasons we are looking to appoint a Male only for this post (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9). We are also looking to recruit a driver as the gentleman has his own car so staff would need to have a full UK driving license to be able to support him to access his wider community.  

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About the usual working pattern:​​

• Week 1– Tuesday 8.00-22.00 (sleep), Wednesday 07.00 – 08.00 & 10.00-19.00, Saturday 08.00-22.00 (sleep), Sunday 07.00-08.00

  39 Hours

  Week 2– Tuesday 10.00-21.00, Wednesday 10.00-19.00, Friday 10.00-19.00, Sunday 08.00-22.00 (sleep)

  43 Hours

  Week 3– Monday 07.00-08.00, Tuesday 08.00-22.00 (sleep), Wednesday 07.00 – 08.00 & 10.00-19.00, Saturday 08.00-22.00 (sleep), Sunday 07.00-08.00

  40 Hours

  Week 4– Tuesday 10.00-21.00, Wednesday 10.00-19.00

  20 Hours

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!​

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Essential for the role: ​

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

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Closing date: ​

The closing date for this vacancy is 8th August 2026. Applications will be considered as and when received.​

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Interview date:​​​

• Interview will be scheduled as and when shortlisted​

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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​

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Check out the role brief and assignment information here: Generic for Adverts - Support Worker - Role Brief - 2026.pdf​