Work For Us

If you’re looking for a rewarding career that makes a real difference to the lives of local people, then a job with Headway Devon may be for you.

For over 17 years we have been providing a lifeline to people whose worlds have been turned upside down by brain injury. Our services support people across Devon and Torbay and reach over a hundred people each week.

Headway Devon has attained the GOLD standard with Investors in People, which means that we are committed to developing our staff team and ensuring that this is a positive and productive place to work.

Community Support Workers
The Organisation

Operating across Devon and Torbay, Headway Devon is a local charity dedicated to improving life after brain injury.

Brain injuries are a hidden disability that can affect personalities, relationships and the ability to lead an independent life. When a person’s life is turned upside down by brain injury, we ensure they get the help and support they need and deserve.

Now, we’re looking for a Centre Support Worker to join our team in our Exeter Day Centre on a permanent, part-time basis, working seven hours per week on Tuesdays.

The Benefits

– Salary  £10.52 to £11.00 per hour (depending on experience)
– Excellent training provided
– Paid travel time
– Group company pension
– Develop an extremely rewarding career with a local charity
– Friendly and inclusive culture
– Increase your expertise in brain damage and how it impacts people’s lives
– The chance to play a key role in people’s recovery process and support their progress
– Generous holiday scheme
– PPE provided

For almost two decades, we’ve provided a lifeline to people whose worlds have been put on hold by brain injury. To continue our vital work, we need exceptional people on our team.

In this varied, exciting role, you will have the chance to make a real difference by enabling individuals within the community to live their lives to the fullest.

So, if you are an enthusiastic individual who has a genuine caring nature and a real passion for helping people, we want you to join our talented team, apply today!

The Role

As a Community Support Worker, you will with individuals throughout Devon in a community setting to achieve their goals, maximise independent living and facilitate social inclusion. This would include supporting our clients with daily tasks, attending appointments, accessing the community and developing general life skills and building confidence and self esteem.

About You

To be considered as a Community Support Worker, you will need:

– At a minimum, GCSEs at grade C or above in maths and English, or equivalent
– Excellent organisational skills
– Strong communication skills

Experience and/or knowledge of working in the voluntary or care sector would be beneficial to your application, as would experience of working with people with acquired brain injuries. A care qualification would also be an advantage, as would experience working in the care sector.

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We welcome volunteers to work in our centres, with our fundraising department, and on our board of Trustees. For more information click here

For more information, or if you have any queries please contact: hannahb@headwaydevon.org.uk