Support Worker

Salary: £12.71 - £13.45 per hour

Closing Date: Fri, 01 May 2026

Reference Code: CHSWD0426

Job Title: Support Worker
Hourly Rate: £12.71 - £13.45
Hours: 20 hours per week

Location: Devon

​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 Cover hours Support Worker to support our people in Devon within our services in Newton Abbot, Teignmouth, Paignton, South Brent and Brixham.

About the Role:
​Your role would involve supporting people with all aspects of day-to-day living, some aspects of personal care, in their homes and out in the community. The people you would support have a range of interests. They enjoy walking, drives out in the car, swimming, eating out, going for coffee, shopping and exploring different places by bus or train. If you share these interests, then this could be a great opportunity for you to work in an environment that combines your shared interests with your career.

About the usual working pattern:​

• To be discussed at interview. Shift patterns will include weekend working on a rotational basis. ​
• As a flexible employer we are open to discussing what work patterns are mutually beneficial to meet the needs of the people we support.

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!

Essential for the role:

• Full UK driver’s license and have use of a car.​

Closing date: 

The closing date for this vacancy is 1st May 2026. Applications will be considered as and when received.

• Interview will be scheduled as and when shortlisted

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

Check out the role brief on here: Support Worker - Role Brief CHSWD0426.pdf