Support Worker – @ThePark Bowden Derra Park

Bowden Derra Park Ltd; Launceston; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowden Derra Park Ltd invites applications for a Support Worker role at Bowden Derra Park, Polyphant, Launceston. You will provide high-quality, person-centred care to adults with learning disabilities, both at home and in the community, ensuring safety and wellbeing.

Full training is provided; no prior experience required. The role offers full-time hours 07:15-19:15, a two-week rota with every other weekend off, and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with adults with learning disabilities is desirable but not essential.
• Full training and ongoing support will be provided for the right candidate.
• You must be confident supporting individuals both at home and out in the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support
• Promote independence, dignity, and choice
• Support individuals with daily living tasks
• Safely support residents to access the community
• Respond appropriately to behaviours that may challenge
• Maintain accurate records and follow care plans
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals

Skills

Caregiving

Empathy

Reliability

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Job description

Kids Back at School? It's Time to Invest in You!

Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference? No experience? No problem! Full training is provided.

Perfect for parents returning to work. Whether you've had time away from employment raising a family or are looking for a fresh start, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Title: Support Worker
Location: Bowden Derra Park, Polyphant, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 7PU
Salary: £26,200 per annum (average 38.5 hours per week), plus opportunities for overtime.
Hours: 07:15-19:15
Shift Pattern: 2-week rota (7 days per fortnight)
Every other weekend off

About @thepark

@thepark supports adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. Our team is committed to providing person-centred care while promoting safety, dignity, wellbeing, and meaningful community access for the people we support.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting reliable and compassionate support workers to join our team.

You will play a key role in providing high-quality, person-centred care, ensuring the safety, dignity, and wellbeing of the people we support. Our residents are supported to access the community regularly, so you must be confident supporting individuals both at home and out in the community, responding appropriately to meet their needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives while working as part of a supportive and dedicated team.

Shift Pattern

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday
Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support

• Promote independence, dignity, and choice

• Support individuals with daily living tasks

• Safely support residents to access the community

• Respond appropriately to behaviours that may challenge

• Maintain accurate records and follow care plans

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals

About You

• Caring, patient, and compassionate

• Reliable and punctual

• Able to work as part of a team

• Confident supporting individuals in the community

• Committed to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing

Previous experience working with adults with learning disabilities is desirable but not essential. Full training and ongoing support will be provided for the right candidate.

What We Offer

• Full-time hours: 07:15-19:15

• Structured rota with every other weekend off

• Supportive and friendly working environment

• Full training and ongoing development

• Discounted meals for staff

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day

Sponsorship unavailable.

If you are committed to providing high-quality care and want to join a compassionate and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.