Are you ready for a job that cares?

Earn. Learn. Make a difference.Earn. Learn. Make a difference.

There are so many opportunities for young people in the social care sector – now is a great time to join.

There’s more to care than you think. While making friends and supporting others, you can make the biggest difference in someone’s life.

Earn money while you study
Achieve real qualifications
No experience required
Feel supported in a passionate team
Flexible working options
Training and development opportunities

– all in a career you can be proud of!

Smiling faces of care workers and service users

Winners of 2024

Care Worker

Care workers play a vital role in supporting individuals in their daily lives, whether in residential care, nursing homes, or private residences. They have the opportunity to specialise and progress into leadership, management, or regulated positions like nursing, occupational therapy, or social work. Explore more here.

Ancillary Roles

Ancillary roles don’t involve delivering direct care but are still vital to the running of an organisation. These types of roles include chef, kitchen assistant, housekeeper, maintenance, drivers and gardeners. Explore more here.

Support Worker

Support Workers empower individuals to live independently by offering assistance with social activities, goal achievement, and daily life management. Roles vary in settings like supported living or day centres. Specialisations include learning disabilities, mental health, or becoming a behavior analyst. Explore more here.

Other Supporting Roles

From crucial administrative positions to specialised roles like HR, Finance and Marketing, these roles play an integral part in providing comprehensive care. Explore more here.

Jobs near you

Wherever you are in Cornwall, you can find vacancies local to you on our online jobs board.

Click on the area of Cornwall that applies to you to view a filtered list of jobs which you can explore further.

West Cornwall

Central Cornwall

North and East Cornwall

Want to know more?

We have lots of information about the different roles and career pathways available in adult social care on our Careers page.

If you’d like to know more about what working social care is like from the people already doing it, visit the What’s it like page.

You can hear lots of stories on our Podcast Channel. People working in the care sector have plenty to tell as there is never a dull day when you’re supporting people to live a full and independent life 😄👍

Earn. Learn. Make a difference.

A role in care could be a great fit for you – whatever you’re good at!

Search for jobs

These employers have told us they’re keen to hear from people looking to start their career in social care. They offer various benefits and support to young people and those new to care, such as flexible shifts to work around studies or creating opportunities for development eg. apprenticeships. Read more about each one and view the jobs they have available by clicking the links below.