Support Worker – Penryn, Cornwall

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

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• 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.

Interested?

Interviews are taking place ASAP, so early applications are encouraged.

Apply today by emailing your CV to Carol at RGB Recruitment :

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