Support Worker - Complex Care

Ocean Healthcare are looking for a compassionate Support Worker to provide dedicated 2:1 support for a young boy living at home with his family in Cornwall. He lives with Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 3) and associated learning difficulties, requiring high levels of support with communication, personal care, and daily living. He is largely non-verbal, communicating through gestures, facial expressions, physical prompts, occasional single words, and basic signs, supported by visuals and objects of reference.

You will support him at home and in the community with continence care, sensory-based play, and emotional regulation. He enjoys bubbles, messy and edible play, and tactile activities, and benefits from clear routines, simple instructions, and visual supports.

He may become distressed when misunderstood or unable to access preferred items or spaces. You will provide calm, consistent support using a quiet voice, visual cues, access to a safe space, and appropriate sensory input when needed. This role suits someone patient, reliable, and resilient, comfortable supporting children with complex needs.

Pay Rates:

Monday–Thursday:

• Day: £15.25

Saturday & Sunday:

• Day: £17.80

Bank Holidays:

• Day: £20.80

Why Join us?

Ocean Healthcare is one of the most highly respected care organisations in the Southwest. Check us out on Facebook or look at our Google Reviews. Our philosophy is Live Happy Care Well which is based on the principle that you can't pour from an empty cup. We’re committed to treating our staff well and doing the right thing by the people we serve. When you work with us, you’re part of a supportive, professional, and highly regarded team that prioritizes your needs and career aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

You’ll provide 2:1 support, ensuring that he:

• Feels safe, calm, and supported at home and in the community

• Is supported with communication, personal care, and daily living tasks

• Benefits from clear routines, simple instructions, and consistent visual support

• Has access to safe, engaging sensory-based play he enjoys

• Is supported to regulate his emotions using calm, consistent approaches

What We’re Looking For

• Confident and resilient Support Worker

• Experience working with Children

• Experience working with Autism

The ideal candidate would be a resilient, confident Support Worker with a background in Autism support and experience managing challenging behaviours. Full training and support will be provided.

What You'll Need

• Good References (covering at least 3 years)

• You must be a car driver

• Reliability and good communication

• Right to to work in the UK (We do not offer Work Visas)

While there are lots of work opportunities within Ocean Healthcare, the terms detailed in this job advert are specific ONLY to this package of care. Permanent and bank contracts available. You can work full or part time.

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