32 Family Support Worker jobs in Devon

Support Worker in Exeter EX5. A fantastic part-time role supporting a bright and outgoing 20-year-old with cerebral palsy. Up to £18.00 gross per hour.

Nearest Station: Silverton, Devon
Wage/Salary: Up to £8.00 Gross Per Hour DOE
Driver Essential? Yes – driving Oscar’s adapted vehicle out in the community (manual)
Essential: Genuine interest in supporting a young adult with additional needs. Interest in cycling, music or languages and able to work at least two Sundays a month
Desirable: Prior experience supporting a young adult with a physical disability is advantageous
Start Date: ASAP
Days & Hours: Term Time: Two weekday shifts per week – Tuesday and Thursday or Friday, 3:45 pm to 10:00 pm, plus alternate weekends (Saturday or Sunday), 8:00 am to 5:30 pm or 11:00 am -to 10:00 pm. College Holidays: An average of 28 hours per week.
This role offers flexibility, and alternative shift patterns can be considered to suit the right candidate.
Family/Client Pets : Working Cocker Spaniel
Accommodation: Separate carers office available when on shift with kitchen facilities.
Recruiter : Rachael (url removed)

About this client/child: Oscar, aged 21, is a bright and engaging young man with a wide range of interests. He enjoys cycling, languages (with a particular passion for French), playing the piano, reading, socialising with friends, and leading an independent life away from his family. He attends a local college four times a week, where he passed his GCSE in Maths and is looking to study other GCSEs. Oscar has cerebral palsy and relies on full support for his daily needs. He is a wheelchair user and non-verbal but communicates very effectively using a communication aid. Around 2 years ago, Oscar had a PEG fitted, which is used as needed for nutritional top-ups, particularly when he is unwell. He is supported by a dedicated, full multi-disciplinary team.

Overview of role: Your role will be to support Oscar with his afternoon and weekend routine, providing personal care and enabling him to pursue his interests and explore new activities. While you will work 1:1 with Oscar at his family home (where the family may be present), an additional Support Worker will accompany you on outings and holidays, as required.

There is also the opportunity to work an extra Saturday, and additional hours are available during the college holidays (15 weeks per year). Full training in all aspects of Oscar’s care will be provided, and you will be supported by the Team Leader and Oscar’s parents. The hourly rate offered is £16.00 on ekdays and 8.00 gross per hour on weekends. Following a successful six-month period in the role, the rate will increase to 7.00 on weekdays and 9.00 on weekends.

Who this job would suit: We are looking for a personable and enthusiastic candidate who can bring fresh skills and interests to Oscar’s team. If you play an instrument, speak a foreign language, are sporty, or have any other hobbies or talents to share, we would love to hear from you! It’s important that the Support Worker can present themselves with confidence — even if you don’t always feel it — as Oscar is very perceptive and can become anxious if he senses uncertainty. The family invests a great deal of time in training and development, so they are looking for candidates who are genuinely committed to the role and eager to make a long-term contribution.

What’s great about this job: The family offers fantastic training and provides a very friendly, supportive working environment. Without a doubt, the biggest highlight of this role is the opportunity to work with Oscar — he is sure to keep a smile on your face and make this a truly rewarding experience. The family is also able to offer flexibility with shift patterns and will do their best to accommodate the Support Worker’s availability. As an added incentive, a loyalty bonus of £500.00

Who is recruiting for this role? Snap Care will be carrying out all recruitment including shortlisting, recruiter interviews and arranging employer interviews.

This role will include supporting children with learning disabilities and emotional and behavioural issues. Your duties will include general support, 1:1 support, support in the community and helping the young people live a fun and fulfilling life.
Likely Duration - Ongoing agency cover
Position end date - Ongoing
Contract type - Temporary
Full-time potential
Minimum rate of pay - GBP12.83 ph
Maximum rate of pay - GBP16.00 ph
Hours - Day shifts, Night Shifts, Weekend Shifts, Evening shifts
Support worker Experience, Training and Qualifications:
Experience in a support work/care environment
Up-to-date mandatory training - Food Hygiene, Health and Safety, Fire Safety, Infection Prevention, Equality and Diversity, Autism training (all can be completed free with Prospero)
Safeguarding training is imperative; you can undertake a free course with Prospero Health and Social Care
Health and Social Care Level 2 or 3 (desirable but not essential)
To be eligible for any support work with Prospero Health and Social Care you must:
Hold the Right to Work in the UK.
Possess an enhanced DBS certificate registered with online update service or be willing to process a new application.
Provide two professional care related references.
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Health and Social Care is acting as an employment business/social care recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Health and Social Care in order to fill this vacancy.

Prospero Health and Social care is able to offer the successful candidate:
Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and other mandatory training
In-house Training and Development Team

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We have an AMAZING opportunity for a Support Worker in Supported Accommodation to join a fantastic supported living transitional service in Exeter, supporting young adults between the ages of 16-25 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours.

We are looking for enthusiastic, resilient and motivated individuals who want to make a difference to the lives of young people; to enable them to develop socially, emotionally and behaviourally in a setting where they feel safe and cared for.

The role involves helping young people to get ready for adult life, including budgeting, job/ college and university applications. You can guarentee that this role is as fast paced and changing as it is rewarding.

Role : Support Worker - Supported living service
Salary : 31,280 (Inclusive of sleeps)
Location : Exeter (EX4)
Contract : Permanent
Hours : 40 Hours per week
Sleeps Rota: 9am- 10pm sleep 8am
Shift pattern :Week 1 - Monday, Thursday, Sunday
Week 2 - Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
(can be flexible with the shifts)
Benefits :

• Getting paid to go on bike rides and go to theme parks!
• Opportunity to do the QCF level 4 Children & Young People qualification - fully funded!
• Company pension
• 28 days annual leave
• Comprehensive Training Package including scheduled ongoing face-to-face training and CPD planning
• Plenty of opportunities to maximise earnings and career development
• Enhanced disclosure cost coverage

You will be responsible for :

• Encouraging young adults to participate in activities and take responsibility for their own lives depending on their age.
• Keeping the homely, friendly culture and environment of the homes.
• Dealing with challenging behaviours when needed.
• Protecting the young adults from risks to their health and welfare.
• Providing support for the young people in the home and promoting their independence and well-being.
• Maintaining a safe environment for young people.
• Ensuring the safety of the young adults and maintaining an up to date knowledge of the individual's; care plan, guidelines, reward system and preferred method of communication.
• Supporting taxing behaviour safely and sympathetically.
• Developing and maintaining good working relationships with the staff, parents, Social Workers and other professionals that may be involved in the young people's lives such as Psychologists.

Requirements :

• Experience as a childrens residential support worker or young people support worker is DESIRABLE
• Experience in another part of the healthcare or social carer sector is DESIRABLE
• You will have a DBS on the update service for a quick start! DESIRABLE
• NVQ or QCF level 3 or 4 in Children & Young People is DESIRABLE
• MUST have a passion to support young adults
• MUST be able to commute to Exeter
• MUST be a driver with a full licence as you may be required to transport the young people to college and appointments

If you are passionate about the lives of young people and want to make a real difference as a young people support worker, whilst starting on a career path within health & social care - this is the job for you!

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.

Bank Care Support Worker

Location: Woolwell, Plymouth

We are looking to appoint further Care Support Workers to join our friendly and dynamic team at Roborough House, part of The CareTech Group, in Woolwell near Plymouth, Devon.

Rewards & Benefits of working with us:

£250 Recommend A Friend Bonus.
Up to 28 Days Holiday.
Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics for self-development of your career.
Free DBS Check.
Stakeholder Pension.
Free Employee Assistance Programme.
Annual Employee Awards Evening.
Employee Recognition Schemes.
Career progression within the company.
CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grants.

Main purpose of job:

To share with other staff in meeting the personal care needs of clients, to support senior staff in the care of the client’s environment and in the general day to day activities of the Home in compliance with the Regulations of the Health and Social Care Act 2008.

Main Tasks:

To have an understanding of the Outcomes identified by CQC for residential services and the Health and Social Care Act 2008
To have sound knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and ensure that this is used in all interactions with clients.
To help with all care, domestic and kitchen duties as required to ensure the efficient running of the Home and creation of the right atmosphere.
To ensure the Company’s Policies and Procedures and ensure they are adhered to by staff. 
Assist clients with their personal care needs and help to provide health supervision when needed.
Actively demonstrate and monitor high standards of care practice when carrying out designated duties.
To assist clients with Doctors appointments, reviews, shopping and personal care needs. 
Answer all emergency and call bells, assess the situation and deal with the client seeking help from others where appropriate.
Help to ensure that the preparation, cooking and serving of food meets the required standards and dietary requirements.
Help to ensure that rooms and common spaces are properly cleaned and maintained with adequate heating.
To participate in staff meetings and training activities as directed. 
Assist the Manager/Deputy Manager to maintain such log books and records as may be required by the registered authority and the Manager of the Home.  
To participate in carrying out of activities for clients in which they can join in, enhancing their personal skills and quality of life.
Ensure clients are treated with the utmost dignity and respect at all times.
To have a good understanding of the types of abuse and the safeguarding procedures in place to ensure that individuals are safeguarded from abuse.
Report and record any incidents to the Manager of any form of abuse and when instructed to report to the appropriate external authority.
To ensure that the Company’s statutory responsibilities are met at all times in respect of Health and Safety at Work or other legislation and duties related to the post.
To report any omissions or contraventions in any duty under the Health and Safety at Work Act and Fire Regulations, including maintaining log books and records as may be required by the Registered Authority. 
Participate in daily evidence handovers, reporting to the manager any concerning issues.
To will act in a professional manner and always present the organisation in a positive manner
To take up any training offered to aid you with your role and discuss in supervisions any training you identify as relevant to your role.
To carry out any other task connected to your role as instructed by your line Manager.

Who we are:

The CareTech Group; established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives – this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence.  

CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a “Disability Confident Leader”.

Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment, the disclosure expense will be met by the employer.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contac

Support Worker

Join Nurseplus as a Support Worker – Make a Difference Every Day

At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Support Worker , you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of settings, from elderly care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and more complex care needs. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts.

Why Choose Nurseplus?

• Flexibility that Works for You : Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life.
• Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates : Earn between £13.15 and £15.25 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay review to reward your hard work.
• Workwise App : Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app – manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms.
• Paid Industry-Leading Training : We pay for you to attend our mandatory, industry-leading training that’s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills.
• Ongoing Development Opportunities : From in-house courses to funded qualifications such as NVQ Levels 2 and 3, we support your professional growth at every stage.
• Blue Light Card : Enjoy thousands of discounts on the high street and online with eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Support Worker may include assisting service users with personal care, safe lifting and moving, administering medication, meal preparation, and providing general companionship. You’ll work closely with care plans to ensure individuals maintain independence and dignity, providing the physical and emotional support that they might need to achieve their goals.

What We’re Looking For

• You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• Flexibility in your availability, with the ability to travel to different care settings.
• A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively.
• A clear enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration.

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you!

About Nurseplus

At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are passionate about delivering the highest-quality care that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we support. But our commitment doesn’t stop there – we care just as much for our staff as we do for our clients. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful contribution to the communities they serve.

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Support Worker

Pay: £12.70

Contract type: Permanent, Full Time

About us

At Achieve together, we strive to support and inspire the people we care for to give them the resources, skills and confidence to live their lives independently, and to the fullest.

Without our incredible team of Support Workers, we simply wouldnt be who we are today. Were always looking for hard-working, passionate people who.

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This role will include supporting children with learning disabilities and emotional and behavioural issues. Your duties will include general support, 1:1 support, support in the community and helping the young people live a fun and fulfilling life.
Likely Duration - Ongoing agency cover
Position end date - Ongoing
Contract type - Temporary
Full-time potential
Minimum rate of pay - GBP12.83 ph.

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