Salary: £12.30 per hour
Closing Date: Sun, 22 Feb 2026
Support Worker
Reference Code: SWALLP0126
Hourly Rate: £12.30 day rate, £13.30 night rate
Overtime Rate: +£2
Hours: 2 x Full-time opportunities available
Location: Paignton, Devon
Essential: Full UK Driver’s licence & love being outdoors
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 reliable, compassionate and enthusiastic Support Workers to assist P within his own home in Paignton and out in the community. This is a rewarding role that offers the opportunity to make a real difference in P’s life through meaningful engagement and support.
About P
P is a friendly and active individual who enjoys spending time outdoors. He particularly loves long walks on the Moors, local parks and forests. P also enjoys swimming at a local pool, so his support worker will need to be confident and comfortable in the water.
P is non-verbal and lives with autism and epilepsy. P will benefit from support workers who have experience with non-verbal communication and a good understanding of autism. A calm, patient, consistent, and person-centred approach is essential to support P.
P requires full support with all personal care and daily living tasks. His support worker should be confident, experienced, and able to provide this level of care in a respectful and dignified manner.
P has his own car and enjoys drives and accessing the community, so a full UK driving licence and confidence driving are essential. P also values regular contact with his parents and family, and support to maintain these relationships is needed.
About the usual working pattern: Shifts will be generally be 7am till 9pm, working every other weekend with some flexibility in being able to work nights. There will be an opportunity to discuss contracted hours and shift patterns at interview.
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
Closing date:
The closing date for this vacancy is the 22nd February 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
View the Role Brief here: Support Worker - Role Brief - SL Devon - ALLP Full-time.pdf
Apply via the link to our website here: https://havencarehomesandsupportltd.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=19355ed2-4f7e-4614-89fc-c326cb381cba
Salary: £12.30 per hour
Closing Date: Tue, 03 Mar 2026
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
To apply now please follow this link: https://havencarehomesandsupportltd.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=ca49adcd-5c1e-4729-9edc-478f7fd09e41
Check out the role brief and assignment information here: Cover Hours - Support Worker - Role Brief - 40 hours.pdf
Salary: £13.30
Closing Date: Tue, 03 Mar 2026
Reference Code: WNSWSTCLARES0326
Job Title:Waking Night - Support Worker
Hourly Rate: £13.30
Hours: 20 hours per week over a 2-week rolling pattern
Location: St Clares, Penzance, Cornwall
- For occupational requirement reasons we are looking to appoint a male or female for this post (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9).
- Due to our sponsorship obligations, we are unable to offer part-time hours to those requiring sponsorship
Havencare is a forward-thinking and growing charity. We have been making a difference for over 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, dynamic, flexible, resourceful and forward-thinking person and are excited to be recruiting a support worker to support individuals within our service in St Clares, Penzance.
About the Role:
Waking nights 10pm-8am hours per week with shifts based over a 2-week rolling pattern.
St Clare’s is a hub and spoke style supported living service in Penzance containing 8 self-contained flats and a central hub flat. We support up to 8 individuals varying in age and diagnoses of learning disabilities, autism as well as other health challenges, each individual has their own needs, likes and dislikes, each individual has their own 1:1 support hours and further support from Core background support where you will be supporting all 8 individuals throughout the day and night, as part of the team you will need strong adaptable communication skills, be calm under pressure being able to think on your feet as well as work as part of a team to provide high quality support.
The ideals are that as support workers we help provide skill-based support leading to improved independent living skills, confidence and the want to develop and live more independently. Build confidence and skills in accessing and engaging within the community, supporting to engage with education or support towards employment or regular activities
We are currently looking for waking night staff who are resilient, quality driven, flexible staff to join our team to support the wonderful individuals who reside with us.
About the usual working pattern:
Week 1
Monday - 10pm to 8am
Tuesday - 10pm to 8am
Sunday nights - 10pm to 8am
Week 2
Tuesday - 10pm to 8am
Wednesday - 10pm to 8am
Saturday - 10pm to 8am
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 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
To apply now please follow this link: https://havencarehomesandsupportltd.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=fea8112b-c1de-40e7-a0d9-8c9229613660
Check out the role brief and assignment information here: Waking Nights - Support Worker - Role Brief - 20 hours.pdf
Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 Pro-rata
Closing Date: Fri, 06 Mar 2026
Reference Code: SHM0226
Supported Housing Manager
Location: Hybrid
Salary: £38,000 - £40,000
Hours: Full time, permanent
Reports to: Head of Homes
Desirable: Professional qualification in housing (e.g. CIH) or working towards.
Havencare is on a clear journey: strengthening and growing our supported housing offer so more people with learning disabilities and autism can live well, safely, with dignity and choice.
We are now looking for a Supported Housing Manager to play a key operational role in that journey.
This is a hands-on, specialist role for an experienced housing professional who understands supported housing and wants to help shape a growing housing function from the inside—by making sure the day-to-day is robust, compliant, and person-centred as the organisation develops.
About the role
As Housing Manager, you will lead the day-to-day delivery of Havencare’s supported housing services, providing operational oversight across housing management, maintenance, budgets and customer service. You will manage a small housing team and work closely with the Head of Homes to ensure the organisation is operationally ready as its housing offer evolves.
This role is central to:
- Supporting the development and strengthening of Havencare’s housing services
- Embedding good operational practice as the organisation grows
- Ensuring homes are safe, compliant, well maintained and fit for purpose
- Preparing the organisation for supported housing regulatory oversight
You will work closely with colleagues across housing, support and corporate services, and engage regularly with tenants, families, commissioners, and professional partners.
What you’ll bring
You will be a confident, grounded housing professional with:
- Strong experience in housing management, ideally within supported or specialist housing
- A practical understanding of housing legislation, compliance and health and safety
- Experience overseeing maintenance services and managing operational budgets
- Confidence line managing staff and supporting teams through change
- A calm, person-centred approach when working with tenants with complex needs, their families and professionals
- The ability to translate strategic direction into clear, effective operational delivery
Most importantly, you will be motivated by the opportunity to help build something stronger—bringing order, assurance and quality to a housing service that is growing with purpose.
Why join Havencare?
- You’ll work directly with a Director who values operational expertise and clarity
- You’ll have real influence during a period of development and growth
- You’ll help shape a supported housing offer that genuinely improves people’s lives
- You’ll be part of an organisation driven by values, not just targets
Essential
- 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
Apply via our website here: https://havencarehomesandsupportltd.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=c5d3afbd-ecbc-4274-a9dd-22c1304aff1f
When you apply, please also attach a cover letter alongside your CV.
Please view out role brief here: Supported Housing Manager Role Brief.pdf
We may close this post early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Salary: £12.30 per hour
Closing Date: Wed, 11 Mar 2026
Reference Code: SWWC0226
Job Title: Support Worker
Hourly Rate: £12.30 per hour
Hours: Various hours available
Location: West Cornwall: We cover Penzance and Newlyn, Hayle, Redruth and Camborne.
Essential: Due to service locations and role expectation a driving license and vehicle
Due to our sponsorship obligations, we are unable to offer part time contracts to those requiring sponsorship.
Hours offered will be in line with our rota patterns and individual and service requirements.
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 enthusiastic, resourceful and forward-thinking people and are excited to be recruiting Support Workers to support individuals within our services in West Cornwall.
This can be male or female and experience of working with people with autism, Learning disabilities and/or acquired brain injuries would be beneficial.
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 11 th 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
To apply now please follow this link: https://havencarehomesandsupportltd.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=d41d34af-3841-4c34-b655-49fe09c54f15
Check out the role brief and assignment information here: West Cornwall SW - Role Brief.pdf
Salary: £12.50 per hour
Closing Date: Sat, 11 Apr 2026
Reference Code: CSWCORN0226
Job Title: Support Worker – Casual
Hourly Rate: £12.50 - £12.90 per hour
Hours: Flexible as required
Location:
- Mid Cornwall: We cover St Austell, Porthpean, Newquay and surrounding areas.
- West Cornwall: We cover Penzance and Newlyn, Hayle, Redruth and Camborne.
Essential: This role requires minimum of 6 months paid sector experience
Consideration: Due to service locations and role expectation a driving license and vehicle is necessary
Due to our sponsorship obligations, we are unable to offer casual hours to those requiring sponsorship.
Hours offered will be in line with our rota patterns and minimum hours cannot be guaranteed.
Havencare Homes and Support Limited is a forward-thinking charity that supports people with learning disabilities and autism.
We have opportunities throughout Mid and West Cornwall for enthusiastic, resourceful, dynamic and forward-thinking people to join Havencare as Casual Support Workers. Who are able to think outside the box and provide high-quality person-centred care and support across our services.
First and foremost we are looking for outstanding people with outstanding values that align with our values of Transparency, Quality and Engagement.
We provide a 24-hour, 365 days a year services within Cornwall and therefore we would love to hear from people who can work flexibly or at short notice.
In return we will provide
- Quality training to ensure you have all the skills you require to succeed
- Access to our rota system to review and select shift cover that meets your flexibility
- Continual 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
- Financial incentive for our Refer a Friend Scheme
- Paid DBS
Closing Date: Recruitment ongoing. 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
To apply now please follow this link: https://havencarehomesandsupportltd.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=9e897a88-95f4-46eb-8790-dbad83952f4b
Check out the role brief and assignment information here: Casual SLC Support Worker - Role Brief.pdf
Job Reference: CSWMCCORN0226
Support Worker - Mid Cornwall - Casual
Supported Living Cornwall
Salary: £12.50 per hour
Closing Date: Wed, 11 Mar 2026
Reference Code: CSWMCCORN0226
Job Title: Support Worker - Casual
Hourly Rate: £12.30 per hour
Hours: Various hours available
Location: Mid Cornwall: We cover St Austell, Porthpean, Newquay and surrounding areas.
Essential: Due to service locations and role expectation a driving license and vehicle
Due to our sponsorship obligations, we are unable to offer part time contracts to those requiring sponsorship.
Hours offered will be in line with our rota patterns and individual and service requirements.
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 enthusiastic, resourceful and forward-thinking people and are excited to be recruiting Support Workers to support individuals within our services in West Cornwall.
This can be male or female and experience of working with people with autism, Learning disabilities and/or acquired brain injuries would be beneficial.
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 11 th 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
To apply now please follow this link: https://havencarehomesandsupportltd.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=fe1c5261-de72-4ece-af80-13c70501b042
Check out the role brief and assignment information here: West Cornwall SW - Role Brief.pdf
Salary: £12.30 per hour
Closing Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026
Reference Code: SWALLP0126
Support Worker
Hourly Rate: £12.30 day rate, £13.30 night rate
Overtime Rate: +£2
Hours: 2 x Full-time opportunities available
Location: Paignton, Devon
Essential: Full UK Driver’s licence & love being outdoors
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 reliable, compassionate and enthusiastic Support Workers to assist P within his own home in Paignton and out in the community. This is a rewarding role that offers the opportunity to make a real difference in P’s life through meaningful engagement and support.
About P
P is a friendly and active individual who enjoys spending time outdoors. He particularly loves long walks on the Moors, local parks and forests. P also enjoys swimming at a local pool, so his support worker will need to be confident and comfortable in the water.
P is non-verbal and lives with autism and epilepsy. P will benefit from support workers who have experience with non-verbal communication and a good understanding of autism. A calm, patient, consistent, and person-centred approach is essential to support P.
P requires full support with all personal care and daily living tasks. His support worker should be confident, experienced, and able to provide this level of care in a respectful and dignified manner.
P has his own car and enjoys drives and accessing the community, so a full UK driving licence and confidence driving are essential. P also values regular contact with his parents and family, and support to maintain these relationships is needed.
About the usual working pattern: Shifts will be generally be 7am till 9pm, working every other weekend with some flexibility in being able to work nights. There will be an opportunity to discuss contracted hours and shift patterns at interview.
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
Closing date:
The closing date for this vacancy is the 13 th 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
To apply now please follow this link: https://havencarehomesandsupportltd.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=ffb79031-eb10-4310-9301-2a2010e4d8af