Cherished Care Devon - Supporting and Enabling service for children and adults Part/Full time Support Workers across East Devon

Proud to Care Devon; East Devon; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherished Care UK is seeking compassionate Support Workers across East Devon, including Sidmouth, Exmouth, Honiton and surrounding areas. Flexible part-time or full-time roles with visits across the region.

You will mentor and support individuals to increase independence and wellbeing, in a caring environment, with a focus on safeguarding and personalised care. Roles involve teaching basic skills, personal care assistance, and collaboration with families and professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in working with children, young people and adults is desirable.
• Lived experience is welcome.
• Strong mentoring skills to motivate and inspire others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Compassionate, patient and understanding approach.
• Ability to teach new skills clearly and effectively.
• Organised with good time management.
• Adaptable to dynamic environments while maintaining professionalism.
• Commitment to safeguarding practices and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised support to children, young people and adults fostering development and confidence.
• Assist with daily activities, including personal care, mobility, and organisational tasks.
• Implement educational programmes, including teaching basic skills and life lessons.
• Provide mentoring to encourage positive behaviour and social skills.
• Support behavioural management strategies in line with policies.
• Collaborate with families, carers and other professionals to ensure holistic care plans.
• Maintain accurate records of support provided and progress made.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment at all times.

Skills

Mentoring

Communication

Organisation

Adaptability

Patience

Teaching

Time management

Safeguarding

Confidentiality

Job description

Cherished Care UK are looking for new team members, across the East Devon area, with individuals requiring support in Sidmouth, Exmouth, Budleigh, Cullompton, Seaton, Honiton, Axminster and Ottery St Mary.

On a part time or full time basis, this can be flexible around the right candidate.

Please reach out for any questions or an informal chat about these roles.

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to join our team. The successful candidate will provide essential assistance and guidance to individuals, helping them to achieve greater independence and wellbeing. This role involves working closely with children, young people, and adults offering mentoring, support, and educational activities in a caring environment. The position offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in people’s lives through personalised support and encouragement.

Responsibilities

Deliver personalised support to children, young people and adults fostering their development and confidence

Assist with daily activities, including personal care, mobility, and organisational tasks

Implement educational programmes, including teaching basic skills and life lessons

Provide mentoring to encourage positive behaviour and social skills

Support behavioural management strategies in line with organisational policies

Collaborate with families, carers, and other professionals to ensure holistic care plans are followed

Maintain accurate records of support provided and progress made

Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment at all times

Skills

Experience or interest in working with children, young people and adults is highly desirable

Lived experience is also welcome

Strong mentoring skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Compassionate approach with patience and understanding

Ability to teach new skills clearly and effectively

Organised with good time management abilities

Adaptability to work in dynamic environments while maintaining professionalism

Commitment to safeguarding practices and confidentiality standards

This role offers an enriching opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting others’ growth and development. Successful applicants will be committed to creating a positive impact through dedicated care and mentorship.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From £13.75 per hour

Does the job role include personal care?: No

Working Patterns:

Various visits across the week

Typically between 9am and 5pm

Some weekend shifts available too