Discovery supports people with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviour and complex needs throughout Somerset. We are driven by our values of ambition, courage, integrity, partnership and respect to provide exemplary care. We help people choose how they would like to live their life and provide training and support to help them find employment.

 

Adults with autism and learning disabilities and their families are at the heart of everything we do, and we want every person we support to have the best life possible. We are part of Dimensions, one of the country’s largest not-for-profit organisations, which has been at the forefront of national best practice in support provision for more than 40 years.

 

Discovery’s vision for Somerset is for people with learning disabilities and their families to gain more control over their support, make more day to day choices, live in high quality and fit for purpose buildings and have the same opportunities as everybody else from a service that is good value for money.

 

Why work with us?

 

Start your day knowing you’ll make a difference.

 

Join us and create more opportunities for the people we support across Somerset. You’ll have the satisfaction of knowing you’re changing someone’s life each and every day, and in return we’ll help your career be the best it can be with our excellent colleague benefits and development opportunities.

 

By joining Discovery you will enjoy a rewarding role working with a great team of people – all with a shared goal of helping people get more from life. We want all our colleagues to be able to reach their potential, and offer a wide range of career and management development programmes to help you achieve your goals.

14 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Nunney
Located in the beautiful village of Nunney, The Old Police House is located next to Nunney First School. Full and Part time vacancies £14.30 per hour Full driver licence required - due to rural location - no public transport links We are looking for someone to join our team who is enthusiastic, caring and passionate and willing to try new things. If you feel you would enjoy helping people to make the best of their day then you are exactly who we are looking for! The people we support enjoy eating out at cafés and pubs, shopping, planning and going on holidays mainly within the UK, they enjoy going for walks, visiting Longleat. The people we support have physical disabilities and learning disabilities. Shift Patterns These can vary throughout the week and can be flexible. For example - 7am - 2:30pm / 8am - 3:30pm / 2:30 - 10pm / 3pm - 9pm – as well as some weekends. Benefits for Support Workers working with Discovery include: 30...
13 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Penzance
Support Worker Opportunity: Penzance Are you someone who loves cooking up new recipes, getting creative with crafts, or enjoying a relaxing visit to the local coffee shop? Do you take pride in bringing warmth and positivity into any room you enter? If so, we’d love to hear from you! About the Role: We are seeking enthusiastic and creative Support Workers to join our dedicated team. You’ll be helping to support a gentleman in his own home, providing companionship and assistance in planning and enjoying his daily activities. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life by incorporating your own passions into your work and building meaningful connections. What We're Looking For: Passion for Cooking and Crafting : If you love to cook and get crafty, you’ll fit right in. The gentleman you’ll support enjoys getting involved in meal planning and cooking, and your skills will help make each day enjoyable. Strong...
13 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Yeovil
Job Opportunity: Support Worker Location: Chard Salary: £13 per hour, £30.50 per sleep in Hours: Part time hours, 7am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm + Sleep in shifts, including weekend work Are you a caring and compassionate individual looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference? We are seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist a lady who lives in her own home. About the Role: In this role, you will provide personalised support to help her live comfortably and maintain her independence. Your duties will include: Supporting her with hobbies, social activities, and appointments. Providing companionship and emotional support. Respecting her preferences and encouraging her independence at every opportunity. Assisting with daily tasks such as meal preparation, light housework, and medication reminders. About You: Has a caring and patient nature. Is reliable, responsible, and flexible. Possesses excellent communication and...
12 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Taunton
Job Opportunity: Support Worker Location: Taunton Salary: £13 per hour Hours: 37.5 hours per week Are you an energetic and friendly individual who enjoys days out, road trips, and exciting adventures? We’re looking for a Support Worker to assist a group of 8 gentlemen who love going out and experiencing new activities. About the Role: Your job will involve accompanying and supporting these gentlemen on fun-filled outings, including: Trips to the beach Car and train journeys Cinema trips & dining out Car boot sales & shopping trips Swimming & other leisure activities Holidays & overnight stays You will also be promoting independence and supporting people with daily routines, personal care, finance management and meal preperation. What We’re Looking For: A fun, outgoing, and patient personality A passion for social activities and supporting others A full UK driving license (preferred but not essential)...
12 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Taunton
Job Advert: Support Worker Positions Available Location: Taunton, TA1 Hours: Full and Part time contracts available Salary: £13 per hour Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? Do you enjoy activities like swimming, bowling, musicals, and arts and crafts? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are seeking compassionate, energetic, and dedicated Support Workers to join our team, providing full support to 4 females and 4 males with diverse needs in Taunton. About the Role As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting with personal care and daily living tasks. Encouraging participation in different hobbies such as swimming, bowling, musicals, and arts and crafts. Supporting individuals in achieving their personal goals and building independence. Ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. Providing companionship...
11 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Yeovil
Looking for something more meaningful in your career? Look no further, here at discovery we can grantee that every day will fill your heart with joy all year round. We support fantastic people to live fulfilled and happy lives! We are looking for dedicated team who will support people in Yeovil and surrounding areas to access community facilities such has hydro, trips to the theatre, cinema, local clubs and local places of interest. Ability to drive is essential due to expectancy to travel across Somerset. As part of this role, you will: Help adults with learning disabilities and/or autism to learn the skills they need to live the life they choose Support with daily tasks including shopping, housework, cleaning and laundry Support with medication and personal care Support and encourage people to find opportunities in education, employment and leisure, and enable them to take part in these opportunities Continuously upskill...
11 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Taunton
Looking for something more meaningful in your career? Look no further, here at discovery we can grantee that every day will fill your heart with joy all year round. We support fantastic people to live fulfilled and happy lives! We are looking for dedicated team who will support people in Taunton and surrounding areas to access community facilities such has hydro, trips to the theatre, cinema, local clubs and local places of interest. Ability to drive is essential due to expectancy to travel across Somerset. As part of this role, you will: Help adults with learning disabilities and/or autism to learn the skills they need to live the life they choose Support with daily tasks including shopping, housework, cleaning and laundry Support with medication and personal care Support and encourage people to find opportunities in education, employment and leisure, and enable them to take part in these opportunities Continuously upskill...
11 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Liskeard
This is a Permanent Floating (Peripatetic) Support Worker role offering an increased rate of £14.30 per hour [Liskeard]. Various contractual hours available. Are you looking for a new challenge where you can make a difference to someone’s life every day? Floating Support Workers are the first point of call for covering shifts across the business. This is a great opportunity to join a responsive team where there is a focus on developing skillset to be able to respond to support needs across the business. This means every day is different and provides prospects for personal development. Discovery exists to help each person we support to live a fulfilling life, to be equal in society and to be active in his or her local community. It means being able to have choice and control in life. If you think you can help the people we support get more from life, we want to hear from you. Due to the geographical coverage, Ability to drive would be essential. As part...
11 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Bridgwater
Support Worker Vacancy Bridgwater £13 per hour Part time vacancies available Drivers preffered due to the people we support wanting to go out and about! Are you looking to do more than just a job? Do you want to come home knowing that you have made a difference? If so, read on to learn more about a career as a Support Worker with Discovery in Bridgwater. The individual's you'd be supporting make the key desicions about their lives and who they want in it, including who supports them. The people you will be supporting enjoy going out and about, visiting the theatre, going to the cinema and bingo as well as going on holidays or day trips to the local seaside! If this sounds like something you would enjoy then you are who we are looking for! Experience isn't required to join our team, as we provide full training but sharing our values is vital: Ambition, Integrity, Courage, Partnership and Respect. Why join us? Discovery is proud to be successfully...
11 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Castle Cary,Frome,Glastonbury,Nunney,Street
Looking for something more meaningful in your career? Look no further, here at discovery we can grantee that every day will fill your heart with joy all year round. We support fantastic people to live fulfilled and happy lives! We are looking for dedicated team who will support people in Frome and surrounding areas to access community facilities such has hydro, trips to the theatre, cinema, local clubs and local places of interest. Ability to drive is essential due to expectancy to travel across Somerset. As part of this role, you will: Help adults with learning disabilities and/or autism to learn the skills they need to live the life they choose Support with daily tasks including shopping, housework, cleaning and laundry Support with medication and personal care Support and encourage people to find opportunities in education, employment and leisure, and enable them to take part in these opportunities Continuously upskill...
11 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Bridgwater
Support Worker Vacancy Full time and Part time Vacancies Available Pay Rate:£13 Location: Bridgwater Are you ready to make a real difference in someone's life? This could be the perfect job for you! Join our vibrant supported living home, where we support for six unique individuals with varying needs. You'll assist with everyday living skills, provide specific healthcare support, and engage in fun. Every day is an adventure, perfect for those who are quick thinkers and love going with the flow. Our home is conveniently located on Taunton Road, right across from Londis and the post office, with Taunton Road Surgery close by. If you're looking for a dynamic and rewarding role, come join our team and be part of something truly special! Discovery is proud to be successfully accredited by the Great Places To Work Programme for the forth year in row in 2024. Why join us? Full-time or part-time contracts available 30 days annual leave (including bank...
10 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Cheddar
Support Worker Full Time And Part Time Vacancies Available Cheddar Pay rate - £14.30 per hour Drivers Only due to people we support wanting to go out and public transport links not matching with shift times Cliffe View is a beautiful house with lovely gardens, situated in Cheddar and is home to 13 people we support – 10 in the main house, and 3 in self-contained flats. The people we support here tend to be older and have varying needs. The people we support enjoy getting out and visiting friends/family. Between them, they also engage in a wide range of hobbies such as painting, tai chi, crazy golf and discos. Our aim is to support people to be as independent as possible and achieve their aspirations. We are looking for enthusiastic, committed and empathetic staff who enjoy helping people to reach their full potential. You will be part of a friendly team who put the people we support at the heart of everything they do. To succeed in this role, you need to be...
10 Feb, 2025
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Discovery Castle Cary,Frome,Glastonbury,Nunney
Looking for something more meaningful in your career? Look no further, here at discovery we can grantee that every day will fill your heart with joy all year round. We support fantastic people to live fulfilled and happy lives! We are looking for dedicated team who will support people in Frome and surrounding areas to access community facilities such has hydro, trips to the theatre, cinema, local clubs and local places of interest. Ability to drive is essential due to expectancy to travel across Somerset. As part of this role, you will: Help adults with learning disabilities and/or autism to learn the skills they need to live the life they choose Support with daily tasks including shopping, housework, cleaning and laundry Support with medication and personal care Support and encourage people to find opportunities in education, employment and leisure, and enable them to take part in these opportunities Continuously upskill...
06 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Hayle
Support Worker Waking Nights Hourly rate - £13.20 per hour Hours - 10pm - 7am Discovery is looking for caring Waking Night Support Workers in Hayle yo support 4 ladies throughout the night, ensuring the appropriate support is given in line the risk assessment and support plan whist also carrying out a number of key allocated tasks. The role may involve tasks such as: Carrying out “keeping safe checks” at regular intervals to ensure the people we support are safe and comfortable. Ensure that the environment is clean and sanitary. You will keep written records, using IT systems as required to help you including support plans, incident log and health and safety records. Creating a calm therapeutic environment for the people we support. Supporting people to make the most of their late evenings / nights when they wish to Provide personal care when required. Discovery is proud to be successfully accredited by the Great Places To Work Programme...
05 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Chard
Discovery is looking for caring Waking Night Support Workers in Chard to support 1 lady and 3 gentlemen throughout the night, ensuring they have a quiet and peaceful nights sleep and wake up feeling refreshed ready for the day ahead. Support Worker Waking Nights Hourly rate - £14.30 per hour The role may involve tasks such as: Carrying out “keeping safe checks” at regular intervals to ensure the people we support are safe and comfortable. Ensure that the environment is clean and sanitary. You will keep written records, using IT systems as required to help you including support plans, incident log and health and safety records. Creating a calm therapeutic environment for the people we support. Supporting people to make the most of their late evenings / nights when they wish to Provide personal care when required. Shift pattern: 10pm - 7am Discovery is proud to be successfully accredited by the Great Places To Work Programme for the third...
05 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Chard
We are looking for a great new support worker; someone with the right values to work in our supported living home in Chard– could this be you? We are a support living home where we support 4 people with learning disabilities live the life they choose, its important to us that Support Workers value their role and want to get the best out of their job. The people we support have varying abilities and enjoy doing lots of different things, whether that be meeting with their families, going out for a coffee or lunch at the local pub, attending singing groups or staying at home and getting the arts and crafts out, you will also be supporting people with household tasks including, cooking, cleaning, shopping, and also personal care and finance management. Applications will be shortlisted on receipt and interviews will be held until the posts are filled Discovery is proud to be successfully accredited by the Great Places To Work Programme for the third year in row in 2023....
05 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Somerton
Discovery are currently looking for Support Workers to join our team in Somerton! About the role: We are currently looking for active and upbeat Support Workers to provide support to 7 ladies and 1 gentleman with learning disabilities in their own home. Aged between their 30's & 60's, the people you will be supporting have a wide range of interests and abilities meaning no week is ever the same. From Cliff Richard to Harry Potter, this home is usually a buzz with something going on for the people we support. You may find yourself... Heading out to the Theatre, Enjoying National Trust excursions Planning a big party Listening and having a dance to some music Sitting and watching a good film with some popcorn! Whatever the week looks like, it's usually good fun and there is so much more we could do with the addition of new Support Workers to the home! Your role as a Support Worker will be to help these people live the life they...
05 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Westonzoyland
Are you looking for a new rewarding role where you can support people to enjoy their lives and live independently? Support Worker Vacancy Location: Westonzoyland, Bridgwater Part time and Full time positions available Pay rate: £13 per hour Join our dedicated team at our home in Westonzoyland, where you will be a valued member of our team, supporting 7 people with profound physical disabilities and multiple learning disabilities. As a Support Worker, you will support people in making the most of their day. Your responsibilities will include personal care, arranging outings to various different events, administering medication, assisting with finances, and ensuring the relationships between the people we support and their friends and families are kept strong. Each day brings new experiences and rewards in this fulfilling role. We pride ourselves on teamwork and are looking for someone who shares our commitment to making a positive impact. While no prior experience is...
05 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Taunton
Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference? Do you want to work alongside others who are as motivated and dedicated as you are? If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Tell me more? You will be supporting 5 people who live in the Taunton area to live their lives independently You could be going on holiday!! This year we have been to Cyprus, Edinburgh and Butlins – we are looking to get more planned for next year, top of the list is the Harry Potter Train!! The people we support enjoy trips into town, going shopping, visiting their families and going to church, we would like to find more things to do locally so if you have any ideas please bring them along! Keen gardeners VERY welcome - Their home has a huge garden that would be great for growing veg and plants which the people we support would love to get involved in. What will I be doing? You will be supporting people to live their lives how they choose, to be...
05 Feb, 2025
Permanent
Discovery Taunton
Tired of your routine job? Ever considered becoming a Support Worker? How about spending your workdays helping someone who loves shopping, dining out, and enjoying life’s luxuries? Kelly is on the lookout for new Support Workers! If you're an enthusiastic person who enjoys planning fun activities, this could be the perfect role for you. Kelly is an independent woman with a passion for all things PINK. She loves to explore new places and indulge in a bit of pampering. She's looking for a proactive companion to join her on her adventures! Alongside having fun, Kelly would appreciate some help with housework and daily tasks. The support hours are flexible and will include sleep in shifts. Discovery are a values-based employer , seeking Support Workers who share our values of Ambition, Integrity, Courage, Partnership and Respect for the people we support, their families and our colleagues. Discovery is proud to be successfully accredited by the Great Places...