Support Worker, Community Support Services
This Support Worker role in Penryn, Cornwall offers £15.34 per hour on a full-time basis of 37 hours weekly. The contract runs for 12 weeks initially, with scope to become permanent, starting 26th October 2026. Shifts span five days across a rolling rota, Monday to Sunday, between 8am and 9pm.
Working within a supported housing service, the postholder assists adults who have complex needs. Duties include creating support plans, completing risk assessments, promoting independence, and encouraging community involvement. Applicants need a valid DBS check. Key skills involve empathy, reliability, and the ability to manage challenging situations calmly. This position suits someone dedicated to helping others achieve positive outcomes.
Support Worker - Penryn, Cornwall
- Location:
Penryn, Cornwall - Pay: £15.34 per hour
- Hours:
37 hours per week - Contract:
12 weeks temporary, with potential to become permanent - Start Date:
26th October 2026 - Shifts:
5 days per week on a rolling rota, Monday-Sunday between 8am-9pm - DBS required
We are recruiting for a Support Worker to join a supported housing service in Penryn, working with adults with complex needs. This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll provide person-centred support, helping individuals build confidence, maintain independence and achieve positive outcomes.
The Role- Provide tailored support to adults with complex needs
- Develop and maintain support plans
- Complete risk assessments and risk management
- Encourage independence and community engagement
- Support access to social, educational and employment opportunities
- Maintain accurate records and case notes
- Work closely with colleagues and external agencies
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety procedures
- Undertake lone working as required
- Has experience within support work, supported housing, homelessness or complex needs
- Understands support planning and risk management
- Can build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries
- Is confident working independently
- Is resilient, adaptable and comfortable working under pressure
- Has good IT and record-keeping skills
- Can work flexibly across the rota, including weekends and bank holidays
Please note:
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.
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