Support Worker St Johns Penzance - Proud to Care Cornwall
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Support Worker St Johns Penzance

Penzance

Closes 18 May 2026

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Key details

Pay Rate
£13.45 per hour
Job type
Support Worker
Hours
Full time
Location
Penzance

About the role

The Support Worker role is critical to ensuring that the day opportunity services offered by Corserv Care maximise independence, enable access to local opportunities and help to meet the outcomes that people want to meet, thus supporting people to live full meaningful lives.
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Ideal candidate

Experience of supporting individuals with personal care and accessing daily activities either in a formal or informal setting. Level 2 or above (or equivalent) e.g., NVQ or Diploma in Health and Social Care or Promoting Independence or willingness to undertake once appointed. Basic IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office. To be aware of and demonstrate adherence to Policies & Procedures e.g., Code of Conduct, national legislation, Health & Safety, Data Protection, Protection of Vulnerable Adults and Safeguarding. Demonstrates the ability to work as a member of a team supporting service users in the community and to participate in and contribute to team meetings. Evidence of the successful use of communication skills and ability to be diplomatic and work on a one-to-one basis in the community. Evidence of an approachable manner and an aptitude for supporting people in the community. Proven ability to read and write routine reports, records and reviews as needed.

What we offer our staff

Generous pension scheme with employer contribution and option to salary exchange for NI savings
Holiday starting at 23 days (pro-rata) and increasing to 28 with service (plus bank holidays)
Option to buy additional annual leave through monthly salary deductions up to 5 days per year
Flexible working hours & hybrid working based on role requirements
Investment and support to Continued Professional Development and training including reimbursement of professional fees and access to learning platforms
Salary sacrifice schemes; Cycle 2 Work, Home & Electronics, Electric Car Access
Pool car scheme for business use with fuel card use
Non-salary sacrifice Car lease scheme for colleagues who complete a minimum of 1,000 business miles per year
Access to a Healthcare Cashplan scheme
Employee discount scheme and wellbeing events
Volunteering days
Opportunity to become: Safeguarding Advocate, Health & Wellbeing Champion, Mental Health First Aider
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) where colleagues can access advice 24/7
Occupational health services which include counselling and eye test vouchers
Life assurance/death in service
Enhanced leave; sick, maternity, paternity, adoption, carer’s, compassionate and study leave
In development: Local benefits partnering & employee recognition awards

A typical day

In this key role, you’ll provide vital assistance to people across all aspects of their daily living. This will include dignity and respect for personal care, using a person-centred support plan to enable individuals to engage in activities which promote independence and choice, and supporting with confidence and personal growth, in both our day centre and out in the community. If you’re looking to grow your career by working for a Cornwall Council owned company, within a supportive and fast-paced care environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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 local residents with 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, Respite Services and Employment Services under one brand, to improve the quality, capacity and resilience of the care market in Cornwall.