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 : cjones@rgbrec.co.uk     

Or Call 07375412872 for more information.