Support Worker

Job description

Job Description

SUPPORT WORKER: (Learning Disability Focus)

Location: Torbay, Devon

£25,350+ per annum (pro rata)

Salary:£13.30 per hour (Guaranteed Annualised Hours Contract) *Sleep-in enhancement - £51.50 per sleep

Contract: Permanent | Hours: Full-Time, Part-Time (Includes days, evenings, and sleep-ins)

Start Your Rewarding Career in Care: Compassion is Key

Join a leading national disability charity as a Support Worker. We are committed to empowering adults with a learning disability to live independent, fulfilling lives.

NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! If you have a caring nature and flexibility, and are comfortable providing essential personal careincluding supporting residents who are wheelchair usersthis vital role is for you. Full, nationally accredited training is provided free of charge.

The Role: Key Responsibilities - Support Care Worker - Torbay, Devon

As a Support Worker, your vital and varied duties will include:

• Provide Essential Personal Care and Mobility Support, including confident assistance with wheelchair users (moving, handling, transfers).
• Deliver person-centred support for daily living, skills development, financial management, and community engagement.
• Demonstrate Emotional Resilience and maintain a positive presence across demanding and varied shift patterns.

The Essential Qualities We Seek

• Driving Licence: due to the location, you must be able to drive
• Compassion and Resilience: A truly caring nature coupled with the confidence to manage challenging situations.
• Flexible and Adaptable: Willingness to work varied shifts (days, evenings, sleep-ins) and a professional approach to personal care.
• Strong Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills for effective documentation and teamwork.

What We Offer You (Guaranteed Salary & Excellent Benefits)

We believe in supporting those who support others. Our competitive benefits package includes:

• Financial Security: Guaranteed £13.30/hr (Annualised Contract), Company Pension, and Overtime opportunities.
• Time Off: 28 days' annual leave (Pro Rata).
• Training & Development: Free, nationally accredited training and clear career progression pathways.
• Perks: Flexible working patterns, Employee Discount Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Support Line, and Free Enhanced DBS check.

If you have a compassionate heart and a resilient spirit, apply today to ensure dignity and independence for the people we support.

Apply today and help someone live a life full of the things they love.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Paignton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-09-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English