Support Worker – Cover Hours

Salary: £12 per hour (+ enhancements for night working and sleep in duties)​

Hours: 40 hours per week with sleep-in duties.

Location: Working between services in Newton Abbot,  Teignmouth, Brixham and Paignton.

Essentials: UK Driving license /or international license with 6 months left before expiry and access to a vehicle.

Has suitable transportation between both services as required

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 have a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, resourceful, and forward-thinking Support Worker to join our wider team across our Devon services.

The role of a contracted cover hours support worker within the Devon services is a varied one. You will work within two different locations across the region, supporting different people on different days. The people we support need support to enable them with all aspects of day-to-day living both in their home and out in the community. This could include shopping, social clubs, bowling, swimming and just socialising and being part of their wider community. If this interests you, then this could be a great opportunity for you to join our team.

As we provide a 24-hour, 365 days a year service to people living across Devon, we would also love to hear from people who are looking for flexible part or full-time positions within our person-centred services. ​

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
Annual pay of £24,960 and the opportunity to earn overtime.
…and more!

Closing date:

3rd February 2025. Applications will be considered as and when received.​

Essential for the role:

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

Does the job role include personal care?: Yes

Working Patterns:

Shift work including possibility for Sleep-in and waking night shifts.