Support Worker

Hourly Rate: £13.40 per hour (£12 base rate +£1.40 per hour complex service)

Hours: 40 

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 enthusiastic, resourceful and forward-thinking people and are excited to be recruiting Support Workers to support an individual within our service in Brixham, Devon.

About the Role:

As part of this new team, you will be supporting Matt, who has moved into his own home in Brixham, after spending several years in hospital in Cardiff. Matt is looking for a team that can support him in his new home.

Here are some words from Matt’s family:

“We would like Matt’s support team to learn as much about Matt from what we have shared that includes observations from existing carers of Matt interacting with those around him; knowledge of Matt’s, behaviours (anxious and quiet moments) and interests which are vital to understand for all staying in his home. Matt has trouble understanding the do's and don'ts of life, but he does have a high level of intelligence that includes reading, writing, excellent recall, operating a laptop, iPad, games, and he also enjoys pen and paper hangman. Patience and flexibility with Matt are important and there are numerous interests he finds enjoyment in that includes: music, dance, stories, film scenes - called up from the internet - films and comedy series.

If you feel you could make a real difference in Matt’s life, we would love to hear from you.

A driver’s licence is essential for this role.

About the usual working pattern:

As a flexible employer we are open to discuss what work patterns are mutually beneficial to meet the needs of the people we support. Staff are required to work every other weekend and sleeps.

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
• Annual pay of £27,872 and the opportunity to earn overtime.