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Community Support Worker

Penzance

Closes 11 November 2025

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Key details

Positive Steps Care & Support Ltd

https://positivestepssupport.co.uk/

Pay Rate
£13.15
Location
Penzance

About Positive Steps Care & Support Ltd

Positive Steps Care and Support is a dedicated care provider committed to empowering individuals to live fulfilling, independent, and meaningful lives. We deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support services tailored to meet the unique needs, preferences, and aspirations of every individual we support.

Our team of compassionate and highly trained professionals work closely with clients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure that each person receives the right level of care in a safe, respectful, and supportive environment. Whether at home or within the community, our goal is to promote independence, dignity, and overall well-being.

At Positive Steps, we believe that every step forward—no matter how small—is a positive one. Our services include personal care, supported living, respite care, companionship, and specialist support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and other complex conditions.

With a strong commitment to quality, compassion, and inclusion, Positive Steps Care and Support helps individuals build confidence, achieve their goals, and live life to the fullest.

About the role

Join Positive Steps Care & Support Ltd as a Support Worker

We are looking for passionate and experienced support workers to join our fantastic team. At Positive Steps Care & Support Ltd, every day brings new opportunities to support individuals with varying needs, helping them access their communities and providing assistance with their daily living requirements.

About the Role:

As a support worker, you will play a vital role in ensuring the well-being of a 31 year old gentleman by providing consistent, person-centred support. Your responsibilities will include:

Daily Living Support – Assisting with meal preparation, light household tasks, prompting and assisting with medication and promoting independence wherever possible.
Community Access – Supporting him to access the community safely, whether that be day trips, attending local activities, or exploring opportunities that encourage social inclusion.
Promoting Interests – Encouraging and engaging with his personal hobbies such as watching movies, gaming, and enjoying food. By taking the time to share these interests it will help to build trust and positive relationships.
Specialist Support – Understanding and being mindful of his needs relating to his diagnosis', ensuring that communication is clear, calm, and adapted to his individual style.
Professional Standards – Upholding the policies and values of Positive Steps Care & Support and meeting the expectations of our clients, families, and partner organisations.
Requirements:

We are looking for individuals who are:

Positive, enthusiastic, compassionate, and friendly, with a genuine passion for supporting others.
Have at least 6 months of experience in health and social care. Experience with learning disabilities, or mental health is a plus, but we also welcome transferable skills and personal experience.
Shifts Available:

We offer a range of flexible shifts working on a 2:1 package, including:

12-hour shifts: 08:00 - 20:00 or 20:00 - 08:00
What We Offer:

Competitive rates of pay
Flexible working hours to suit your availability
A comprehensive training package, including mandatory and role-specific training, with opportunities for QCF Level 3 qualifications (dependent on your current qualifications)
Ongoing training and supervision
A dedicated Care Manager and 24-hour On-call service for support
A friendly and supportive head office team always ready to assist
Interested?

If you’re interested in joining our team or would like more information, please contact us at 01752 393285. Our friendly office team is happy to answer any questions and discuss the role in more detail.

What we offer our staff

Training and development
Blue-light cards