Job Introduction
Pay rate: £14.78- £15.29 per hour- Weekly or Monthly pay available
Shift pattern: 08.00am- 13.00pm and 08.00am- 21.00pm
Hours: Bank
We are looking for caring, reliable and confident Support Workers to join a small team supporting an individual who lives at home with their family in Penzance. This person has Spinal Cord Injury and complex care needs such as medication administration, catheter, bowel care.
We're looking for someone to come and get involved in his favourite activities like playing darts, attending local events or boat trips. You’ll play a key role in supporting enriching, meaningful activities — and your empathy and positivity will make a real difference in this person’s life.
✨What you’ll be doing
As a Support Worker you’ll play an important role in helping this individual live safely, comfortably, and in a way that reflects their preferences. Your day might include:
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Providing high‑quality support on a 2:1 basis
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Creating opportunities for meaningful activities at home and in the community
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Encouraging social interaction and promoting emotional wellbeing
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Supporting communication in the way that works best for them
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Helping with routine household tasks to maintain a calm, organised environment
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Complex Care
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Behaviours that may be perceived as challenging
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Mental Health support
✨Who we are
acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services. Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life. Our teams are passionate about delivering person‑centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible.
✨What we offer
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Westfield Rewards – exclusive discounts with 1,000+ big-name retailers, restaurants and travel brands
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Westfield Health Cash Plan – including 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costs
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Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for wellbeing, finances and relationships
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Blue Light Card – discounts and free event tickets
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acuity academy – training, qualifications and continuous professional development
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Career progression within the organisation
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Refer a Friend bonus – earn up to £500
