Relief Support Worker

United Response; England; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable charity organization is seeking a Relief Support Worker to assist individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs. The role involves building relationships and supporting day-to-day routines. Competitive hourly pay of £12.60 plus holiday entitlement is offered. This position encourages flexible working to promote the well-being of employees.

Benefits

Enhanced sick pay

Time and a half for bank holidays

Generous annual leave allowance

Access to free occupational health services

Online shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs is preferred.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to individual needs.
• Commitment to promoting independence and respect.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with individuals and assist in their daily routines.
• Support with personal care, medication, and appointments.
• Encourage individuals to pursue their goals and preferences.

Skills

Relationship building

Personal care assistance

Support planning

Encouragement and guidance

Job description

Relief Support Worker

Job details

• Location: Multiple locations in East Cornwall available
• Salary: £12.60 per hour + 12.07% holiday entitlement payment
• Expiry date: 27/10/2025
• Relief Work - Zero Hours

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with the people you will be supporting while helping them with their day-to-day routine in line with their personal support plans.
• Assist with dressing, personal care, finances, medication, attending appointments, employment, volunteering and hobbies as appropriate.
• Encourage and guide individuals to live their lives the way they want, supporting their goals and preferences.

Benefits

• Enhanced company sick and maternity/paternity pay
• Time and half for bank holiday working
• 2 wellbeing days per year
• Access to Blue Light Discount Card and Costco membership
• Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling, wellbeing and advice services
• Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications/apprenticeships
• Generous annual leave allowance
• UR STARS recognition program
• Work place pension scheme
• Long service awards
• Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan)
• Online shopping platform discounts from over 3,500 retailers

United Response is not just a social care provider — we are a well-respected charity dedicated to championing the rights of people with learning disabilities, autistic people and those with mental health needs. Our mission is to empower these individuals to live, work, and participate in their communities, free from discrimination and unnecessary obstacles. We strive to be Creative, Strong, Honest, Responsive, and United.

Our culture of inclusion, focus on health and wellbeing, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone—regardless of background—feels included and can be their best. We treat everyone with dignity and respect and recognise all parts of a person’s identity. We invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realise their full potential.

United Response is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to the Mindful Employer values and are a Disability Confident Leader, providing support to applicants with mental and or physical disabilities, including guaranteeing an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.