Full time Contract

Support Worker

Pertemps Bristol Perm Hub

Honiton, Devon, EX14 1HS

£15.34 per hour

Posted: 09 July 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 08 August 2026

Ref: 60367679

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About the Role

A Support Worker is required in Honiton to join a team supporting veterans and individuals facing homelessness or its risk. This full-time contract role, paying £15.34 per hour, runs until October 2026. You will manage a small caseload of five to eight customers, delivering personalised support to promote independence. The working pattern is 30 hours per week. Key skills include compassion, effective communication, and the ability to empower others. You will collaborate with an experienced team to provide high-quality, person-centred assistance across the Honiton and Exeter areas, making a tangible difference to those with complex needs.

Support Worker – Veterans & Complex Needs
Honiton & Exeter | £15.34 Per Hour| 30 Hours Per Week | Temporary until End of October 2026

Pertemps is currently recruiting for a compassionate and motivated Support Worker to join our client on a temporary basis until the end of October 2026. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference by supporting veterans and individuals who have experienced homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless across the Honiton and Exeter area.
Working as part of a supportive and experienced team, you'll manage a small caseload of around 5–8 customers, allowing you the time to deliver personalised, high-quality support that empowers individuals to achieve greater independence.
The RoleAs a Support Worker, you will:

Provide person-centred, solution-focused support to individuals with complex needs.
Develop, review and update support plans and risk assessments.
Work closely with external agencies, including mental health services, substance misuse teams, benefits services, landlords and education providers.
Support customers to access housing, employment, training and other community services.
Promote independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes for every individual.
Maintain accurate records and contribute to safeguarding best practice.

About YouWe're looking for someone who is passionate about supporting vulnerable people and enjoys building positive relationships. You will have:

Experience supporting individuals with a range of complex or vulnerable needs.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
The ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
Strong problem-solving skills and the confidence to make informed decisions.
Experience writing records, support plans or action plans.
A good understanding of safeguarding and risk management.
Good literacy and numeracy skills.

Desirable:

Experience within housing support or homelessness services.
Knowledge of benefits, employment or education support.
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
Previous experience working with vulnerable adults.
Safeguarding qualifications.

Working Hours

30 hours per week
Monday to Friday, plus one Saturday in every six

Additional Information

Temporary contract until the end of October 2026
Enhanced DBS required
Based from Honiton with travel across Honiton and Exeter
Immediate start available

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can have a real impact on people's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Pertemps for more information.

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