Independent Living Support Specialist (Temp)

Building Recruitment Co Ltd; Penryn; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Building Recruitment Co Ltd in Penryn is seeking a Support Worker for a temporary 3-month contract with potential to go permanent. The role is 37.5 hours per week, with a salary of £15.34 to £17.19 per hour plus holiday pay.

You will provide person-centred support to individuals with diverse needs in a supported housing setting and collaborate with partners to promote independence and community inclusion.

Qualifications

• Understand support needs and support planning.
• Experience with risk assessment and risk management.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport.
• Accurate record keeping and computer skills.
• Confident in lone working and a good team player.
• Flexible working approach to work.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Resilient and adaptable.
• Open, friendly personality with a positive attitude in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs, helping them achieve independence.
• Foster collaboration with customers, colleagues, and partner agencies for seamless support.
• Promote participation in social, educational and employment opportunities.
• Manage risks with thorough assessments and maintain safeguarding policies.

Skills

Communication

Risk assessment

Record keeping

Lone working

Team player

Flexible working

Resilience

Positive attitude

Job description

Building Recruitment Co Ltd in Penryn is seeking a Support Worker for a temporary 3-month contract with potential to go permanent. The role is 37.5 hours per week, with a salary of £15.34 to £17.19 per hour plus holiday pay.

You will provide person-centred support to individuals with diverse needs in a supported housing setting and collaborate with partners to promote independence and community inclusion.