Support Worker

Havencare Homes and Support Limited; Paignton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in Paignton seeks a compassionate Support Worker. The role involves assisting a friendly individual with autism, including support with personal care and engaging in outdoor activities. A valid UK driving license is essential for this rewarding position. The organization offers quality training, employee assistance, and financial rewards. Ideal candidates are reliable, enthusiastic, and committed to making a real difference.

Benefits

Quality training and development opportunities

Free 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend Scheme rewards

Vouchers for special occasions

Paid DBS check

Qualifications

• Full UK Driver’s licence is essential.
• Experience with individuals on the autism spectrum.
• Competence in personal care and daily living tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support P with personal care and daily living tasks.
• Encourage outdoor activities and community engagement.
• Maintain communication with P's family.

Skills

Experience with non-verbal communication

Calm and patient

Driving skills

Job description

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.

Working Pattern

Shifts will generally be 7am till 9pm, working every other weekend with some flexibility 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 13th 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

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

We are a Disability Confident employer and will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer.