89 Government & Defence in England lowest at $12.21+

Residential Care Worker63093910884099120

Indeed

Residential Care Worker

\*Please note that although the closing date for this advert is 27th August 2025, applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. Any applications submitted by midnight on Wednesday's, will be reviewed on Thursday's with interviews to be held the following week. This means that the advert will be withdrawn should the vacancies become filled before the closing date\* **The Service \& Team:** A career working with disabled children and young people. As an 'Outstanding Children's Services Authority', Cornwall Council offers fantastic career opportunities within its Residential Care Sector, for Residential Care Workers, Senior Residential Care Workers and Waking Night Residential Care Workers who want to work with disabled children and young people. In addition to a competitive salary, good pension, and payments for working outside of office hours and sleep in shifts, successful applicants will be provided with training and opportunities for career progression. **Main purpose of the Job:** To be part of a skilled team providing direct care and support to ensure the best outcomes, for disabled children and young people. You will encourage the children to have fun, to learn, grow and develop in a safe way. Key duties and responsibilities are outlined in the role profile. This is a public/customer-facing role, where the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies. This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check. **What you'll need to succeed:** Ideally you are enthusiastic about making positive changes in the lives of disabled children. You should be child centred, able to use your own initiative, and work as part of a team. You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and partnership working when working with parents and other professionals. You should have or are willing to work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care (which the Council will fund). ***Please read the role profile for the full details of this role attached below in this advert*** **What you'll get in return:** The salary range is a career grade, from £25,772 - £37,945 depending upon qualifications and experience. A generous relocation package will be available for eligible candidates. For successful applicants who are new to Cornwall Council, a recruitment and retention bonus will be paid; £1000 when the job starts, with an additional £1000 paid after successfully completing the first year. Cornwall Council's ambition is to be an employer of choice, a high performing Council and a learning organisation. We commit to providing a reward and benefits package to attract, motivate and reward our employees. We offer a range of flexible working options to our staff. This helps provide our employees with a greater work/life balance. Whilst still ensuring that service needs are met. Our core employee rewards and benefits include: * a competitive salary. * a defined benefit pension scheme, based on your career average earnings. This includes the option for extra voluntary contributions * a generous annual leave entitlement with the potential to purchase additional leave. * A national award-winning employee health and wellbeing programme Employee benefits scheme giving employees access to a wide range of discounts to local and national goods and services. * **Additional Information:** For an informal discussion please call Dermot McCann, Practice Development Lead (Residential Services) on 07751 748623 or email Dermot.McCann@cornwall.gov.uk The full role profiles are attached here: * Residential Care Worker Role Profile Senior Residential Care Worker Role Profile * **Application Process** **Please note - Cornwall Council is unable to offer sponsorship for these roles for international applicants, due to visa restrictions and legislation.** Please attach a supporting statement to your application, you can add your Education \& Qualifications details manually using the application form timeline or you can upload your CV. Remember to demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points marked as 'Application' on the Role Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. Guidance on how to complete your application can be found here -- The application process . Please note that applications cannot be edited after they have been submitted, please contact careers@cornwall.gov.uk if you have any queries or require assistance with your application.

St Austell, Saint Austell PL25, UK

Negotiable Salary

Indeed

Bank Support Worker

Role type Support Worker Location Torquay Closing date 01/08/2025 Description **Bank Support Worker** **Postcode: TQ2 5BE** **Up to: £12.70** **Contract type: Permanent, Bank** **About us** At Achieve together, we strive to support and inspire the people we care for to give them the resources, skills and confidence to live their lives independently, and to the fullest. Without our incredible team of Support Workers, we simply wouldn't be who we are today. We're always looking for hard-working, passionate people who want to make a difference during evening and night-time shifts -- so what are you waiting for? **Become a Waking Night Support Worker at Achieve together and shape lives** As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will encourage and support people with evening activities, provide physical and emotional support throughout the night for people to feel safe, secure and have a good night's sleep. At Achieve together, you'll embark on a career adventure like no other, with dedicated training opportunities along the way to develop your skills as a Support Worker and beyond. Whatever your aspirations, we can help you reach your goals and forge a long-lasting career in social care. We have a range of working patterns to suit you, including full time, part time and flexible opportunities. **We offer a range of exciting benefits, such as:** * Flexible hours to suit a range of lifestyles * Career progression and training opportunities * Employee welfare and wellbeing initiatives * Recognition schemes, team events and social activities * Employee discount schemes across a range of retailers and services * Wagestream - a financial health app that gives you the ability to receive optional pay advances * Staff incentive schemes such as Refer a Friend, Employee of the Month and Heroes Awards **About you** Although it would be beneficial to have some experience in healthcare, it isn't absolutely necessary as we provide full training. As long as you're passionate, hard-working and empathetic, you'll fit right in. **Join the team today and begin sharing moments and shaping lives.**

Torquay, UK

Negotiable Salary

Waking Night Support Worker63093911041537122

Indeed

Waking Night Support Worker

**Overview** We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated **Waking Night Support Worker** to join our team. In this role, you will provide vital support to individuals with **Learning Disabilities** in a residential setting, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being throughout the night. Your support will help promote independence and enhance the quality of life for our service users. If you are passionate about making a difference and committed to providing high-quality care, we would love to hear from you! **Shift Pattern:** 4 x 10-hour shifts, followed by 4 days off. **Why Join Us?** ✅ **Make a Positive Impact** -- Help service users live with dignity and independence. ✅ **Supportive Team** -- Work alongside professionals who care as much as you do. ✅ **Career Growth** -- Opportunities for training and development. ✅ **Every Day is Different** -- Engage in meaningful activities and build lasting connections. **Your Role Will Include:** * Assisting with **personal care** (bathing, dressing) in a respectful and dignified way. * Supporting **meal preparation** and ensuring dietary needs are met. * Encouraging **social interaction and mental well-being** through fun and engaging activities. * Implementing **epilepsy management strategies** as required. * Monitoring and documenting progress, reporting any concerns to the appropriate team members. * Providing **companionship and emotional support**, fostering trust and well-being. * Maintaining high **hygiene and safety standards** to ensure a clean and comfortable environment. * Working collaboratively with **healthcare professionals and management** to provide well-rounded care. **What We're Looking For:** **A kind and compassionate nature** -- a genuine desire to help others. **Great communication skills** -- ability to work as part of a supportive team. **Patience and professionalism** -- ability to manage challenging behaviours with empathy. **Flexibility** -- willingness to work hours that suit the needs of service users. **First aid knowledge** (desirable but not essential -- training may be provided). If you're ready to **start a career that truly matters** , we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to **making lives better, one day at a time.** Job Type: Full-time Pay: £12.25-£13.30 per hour Benefits: * Company pension Shift: * 10 hour shift Language: * English (preferred) Work Location: In person Reference ID: Waking Night Support Worker

St Austell, Saint Austell PL25, UK

£12.25-13.3