Support Worker Respite Services

Join Our Team at Corserv Care as a Support Worker 

 Salary: £12.63 per hour, mileage 45p per mile and travel-time. Guaranteed permanent weekly hours.

Working Hours: 37 hours per week, working across days, evenings, weekends and sleep-ins according to the rota. 

Contract Type: Permanent 

Base: Tregarne & Chy Koes Respite and Short Breaks, North Street, St Austell, PL25 5QE

Other: Sleep-ins are paid at an additional £65.00.

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About the role: We are looking for an enthusiastic, positive and proactive individual, to join a collaborative and professional care team providing a high-quality service for adults with learning and physical disabilities. In this key role you'll provide vital support to the Short Breaks and Respite Service at Corserv Care, ensuring Adults with Learning & Physical Disabilities achieve the best outcomes possible. If you're looking to grow your career as a Support Worker within a supportive organisation that values your development, gives you a career with purpose and offers opportunity career paths and work-life balance we'd love to hear from you. 

Role Purpose: The Support Worker in our respite service will provide high-quality care and support to individuals with learning disabilities and autism. The role involves creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment that promotes the well-being, independence, and personal development of service users during their stay. You will support the Team Leader and Senior Support Worker to deliver a high standard of service and ensure continuity of service provided. You will be expected to work flexibly either independently or as part of a team.

What you'll be doing: 

Personal Care: Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, and mobility support, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.

Emotional Support: Offer emotional and psychological support, helping service users manage anxiety, stress, and other emotional challenges. Provide a calm and reassuring presence.

Health Monitoring: Monitor and document the health and well-being of service users, including administering medication, reporting any concerns to senior staff or healthcare professionals, and following care plans.

Activity Planning: Develop and participate in tailored activities that promote social, physical, and cognitive engagement, adapting to the individual needs and preferences of each service user.

Advocacy and Empowerment: Advocate for the rights and needs of service users, promoting their independence and encouraging them to make informed choices about their care and activities.

Safety and Risk Management: Ensure a safe environment by adhering to all health and safety guidelines, conducting regular risk assessments, and implementing safeguarding procedures.

Communication: Maintain open and effective communication with service users, their families, and other members of the care team, ensuring that all interactions are respectful and inclusive.

Record Keeping: Keep accurate and up-to-date records of care provided, incidents, and any changes in the service user's condition, in compliance with organisational policies and regulations.

Collaboration: Work collaboratively with colleagues, healthcare professionals, and external agencies to deliver holistic care that meets the complex needs of service users.

About you: 

Desirable qualifications & experience:

Experience in a respite care setting. 

NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification or working towards.

Care Certificate

Understanding of safeguarding principles and health and safety regulations

Basic First Aid and Medication Administration training.

Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism.

Knowledge of Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) or similar approaches.

Training in Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC).

About Corserv Care:

Trusted – Positive – Innovative – Collaborative – Join us

It's a great time to work with us at the Corserv Group. We are proud to be contributing to a brighter future for Cornwall with exciting plans to generate growth and opportunity across the County and beyond. We work in collaboration with Cornwall Council to provide the best possible services and care. Whichever business area you join, you'll be part of a supportive and creative team of professionals. You'll have a friendly and collaborative workplace and investment in your professional development.

With a diversity of roles across our group of businesses, we're a great destination for developing your career whilst living in the beautiful county of Cornwall. We are committed to equality and diversity and welcome all applicants from all background and experience.

ABOUT THE TEAM:

Corserv Care is part of the Corserv Group (a Cornwall Council Company). Corserv Care brings together existing services, TEC Services, STEPS Reablement service, Care and Support, Day Opportunities, Short Breaks & Respite Services, Proper Job Café and Employment Services under one brand, to improve the quality, capacity and resilience of the care market in Cornwall.

Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all our service users, clients and customers. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

To apply: It's really easy to apply for our roles – simply click on the link below where it says APPLY to create a candidate profile, answer the screening questions and upload a CV.

Closing date: Midnight Monday 12th January 2026.

Thank you for supporting our important work at Corserv Care.