17 jobs found in South Somerset District

About the job Some key information 25 days’ annual leave (plus 8 bank holiday days) You’ll be joining a stable team where you’ll feel supported and valued. 3 permanent opportunities for various hours, full time and part time. We’re as flexible as we can be with shifts and will do what we can to support you to manage your work-life balance. An additional recruitment allowance is under review. We’re rated OUTSTANDING by Ofsted across all areas. They said: 'Children enjoy their short breaks and were seen laughing and having fun with staff. Children make exceptional progress because their needs are really prioritised by the staff who care for them'. And of course, we do agree! Where better to develop your career? What will I be doing? The Elms, located in Curry Rivel, offers care and support to children with complex health needs and learning disabilities. We provide a short break service and play an important part of Children’s...

There is no better time to start a career within residential childcare than now! Would you like secure employment where you can progress your career? If you would like to build a career that gives you genuine sense of achievement and fulfilment knowing that you can have a positive impact on the young people we support, then look no further and apply today! Avebury House Children's Home are recruiting for Senior Residential Support Workers now! We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and passionate people to become an integral part of our support team. In this role, you will support our young people and be responsible for providing compassionate care during your time with them. This role also involves supporting the Registered Manager to run a successful staff team and to oversee the day to day operation of the home. Our benefits include... Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme Comprehensive induction Commitment to your ongoing...

Job description: Newbury Manor School is recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join our Education team now!   We are looking for versatile, resilient and committed Teaching Assistants, who can adapt their practice wherever necessary to support across all key stages. The successful candidate will work alongside the class teacher, assisting the children with their work and supporting with pupil behaviour while establishing good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and responding to individual needs. Benefits: Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme Full training provided Blue Light discount card Flexible working Comprehensive induction Commitment to your ongoing training and career progression Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS Wellbeing support Cycle to work scheme and more! Newbury Manor School is a specialist school for young people aged 7 to 19 who have autistic spectrum disorders (ASD). Our tailored approach means...

Here at Aspris, we are proud to be a leading provider of specialist education services with over 30 schools nationwide. Fromefield Manor School is a new SEN school (opened September 2024) located in central Frome, Somerset and will be a special school for up to 30 pupils, aged 11-19 who have a diagnosis of autism with associated complex needs. Fromefield Manor is operating through a Total communication approach and so experience of working with pupils with ASD and some knowledge of the use of TEACCH and PECS systems would be desirable. As Teaching Assistant at Fromefield Manor, your role will be to support teachers in implementing bespoke person-centred curriculums in order to meet a wide range of learner needs.   Hours are 8.30am - 4pm, Monday - Friday, term-time only. Benefits: Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme Blue Light discount card Flexible working Comprehensive induction Commitment to your ongoing training and career progression...

Do you share our passion for providing those within our care with the best of lives? Do you possess proven experience in the health and social care sector and are looking for an opportunity to use your skills in a leadership role? If so, why not join our dedicated and enthusiastic staff team at VSA@Home, based right in the heart of Aberdeen city. In this challenging and rewarding post, you will co-ordinate and contribute to the provision of an effective and professional service to meet the needs of those using our services whilst monitoring the effective use of staffing resources. To be considered, you must hold an SCQF Level 6 in Health and Social Care and be willing to undertake an SCQF Level 7 along with a Professional Development Award in Supervision, if you do not already hold it. You will have previous experience in the provision of care and of coordinating activities within the workplace and a genuine enthusiasm to help enhance the lives of our residents. In addition,...

Coxlease School are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join their Education team now! We are looking for a versatile, resilient and committed Teaching Assistant, who can adapt their practice wherever necessary.   Dependent on your location, there is the possibility of a role at the Post 16 Skills Centre in New Milton. Our benefits include: Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme Comprehensive induction Blue Light Card Commitment to your ongoing training and career progression Pension scheme Paid for enhanced DBS Wellbeing support Cycle to work scheme and more! Coxlease School, located in the heart of the New Forest in Lyndhurst, is a specialised independent school for children aged 9 to 18 with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) and other related conditions/needs. With a highly experienced team of staff and therapists, Coxlease School provides a nurturing and supportive environment where students can develop academically,...

Due to expansion, Queenswood School are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant to join our education team!   We are looking for versatile, resilient and committed people, who can adapt their practice wherever necessary to support across all key stages. The successful candidate will be assisting the children with their work and supporting with pupil behaviour while establishing good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and responding to individual needs. Queenswood School in Ledbury, Herefordshire. Situated in a peaceful rural setting, we are an independent, specialist school providing education and care services to children and young people aged 11-19 years, with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties and a range of additional needs. This includes attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), attachment disorder, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), pathological demand avoidance (PDA), moderate learning difficulties...

Job description: Tadley Court School is a specialist school and has an Ofsted rating of Good with Outstanding features. Our school is set in a beautiful semi-rural location with four acres of well-maintained grounds. We are a day school specialising in the education and care of children and young people between the age of 4 and 19 years who all have a formal Autism diagnosis and either SLD or MLD. We are proud of our career progression routes and we attract professionals who are willing to contribute to our sustained success whilst embracing our family-ethos. The school have benefited from significant development which is due to continue into the new academic year. Here at Aspris, we are proud to be a leading provider of specialist education services with over 30 schools nationwide. We are recruiting for a Chef/Head Cook to join us at our school for autistic children and young people. Our benefits include: Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme...

Contract:  Full-time, Part-time, Bank Hours available: 12-36 per week Working Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends Must live in a commutable distance to Alton, Worcestershire. Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing excellent care with a family feel, we have been supporting older people for over 120 years. The charity provides care home and day care services for older people, as well as grants for older people in financial difficulty. The Lawn is a beautiful Georgian period home in the rural village of Holybourne, Alton. The building has been sympathetically modernised to meet the needs of all our residents and we have a dedicated, well-trained and compassionate team of staff that care for our residents. Joining us as a  Health Care Assistant , you will help our residents with various tasks including: Personal care. Companionship. Meal preparation. Mobility....

Permanent – Full Time 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday with occasional out of hours work and occasional weekends/evenings) Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing excellent care with a family feel, we have been supporting older people for over 120 years. The charity provides care home and day care services for older people, as well as grants for older people in financial difficulty. We now have an exciting opportunity for a  Unit Manager  to join our fantastic team! This role is internally called Clinical Lead. With a person-focused approach to care, Davenham, Bradbury Court and Perrins House are picturesque homes situated in beautiful grounds in Malvern. Specialising in care for people with dementia, as well as residential and nursing care, we have a dedicated, well-trained and compassionate team of staff that care for our residents. Working closely with the General Manager, you will play a vital role in...

BelleVie Care – we’re seeking extra special Care Workers to support people to live well at home. We are thrilled to be recognised as winners at the 2024 Home Care Awards with The Grand Prix Award for the best homecare provider, Best Palliative / End-of life Care, Best for Innovative Technology & Best for Team Support (staff wellbeing). All made possible by our wonderful support worker teams, which we would love for you to join! But please note You must be able to drive and have access to your own car You must already have the right to work in the UK, we don't provide support with that We recruit colleagues who are local to our teams, to support their local communities, so we can't accommodate relocation. Please ensure that you live within approximately 5 miles of our team who support people in and around the Cowley area of Oxford. Here at BelleVie Care, we are looking for people who know how a simple cuppa can warm the heart. That the power of a...

Contract Type: Part Time (26.25 hours per week) and Bank available Working Pattern: Days, Weekends Part Time H ours:  Three consecutive days on with three consecutive days off, 6 weeks rolling rota You must hold either The Care Certificate or a minimum of Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care. Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing excellent care with a family feel, we have been supporting older people for over 120 years. The charity provides care home and day care services for older people, as well as grants for older people in financial difficulty. About Friends Place, Calcot Recently opened in July 2025, Friends Place, Calcot is more than just a care home - it is a vibrant, welcoming community designed to provide exceptional residential, dementia, and respite care. Run by Friends of the Elderly, where we pride ourselves on delivering personalised, compassionate care in a state-of-the-art...

Social and Wellbeing Lead Salary:   £26,780 to £27,182 per annum Location:   Ravenswood Village Hours:   35 hours per week, flexible to include some evenings and weekends Contract:   Permanent Reports to:   Community and Support Services Manager About the Role We’re seeking a Social and Wellbeing Lead to shape and deliver a high-quality, person-centred social and wellbeing programme at Ravenswood Village.  This role plays a vital part in enhancing quality of life for the people we support, using creative, engaging, and meaningful activities that promote wellbeing, connection, and independence. You will lead a small team, work closely with colleagues across services, and ensure activities reflect individual needs, interests, and cultural moments throughout the year. This is an active, hands-on leadership role with clear impact. This is an opportunity to lead with purpose and make a visible difference every day. About Norwood Founded in 1795, Norwood is...

Job Title:   Head Chef Report to:   Operations Team Hours:   39 per week Location:   Ravenswood Village, Crowthorne, Berkshire, RG45 6BQ Contract:   Permanent MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: To be part of, and lead, a team preparing and providing meals which comply with the laws of Kashrut and Food Hygiene Regulations. To provide regular supervision, leadership and development to the catering team. Working in a professional manner whilst developing a strong team ethos, where staff and trainees are motivated to reach their full potential. To ensure that food is purchased, stored, prepared and served is safe for consumption and in accordance with Kosher preparation and cooking of food in appropriate quantities for the allocated services. To maintain all aspects of the kitchen, including stock, cleaning and disposal of waste under the regulations set by the Food Standards Agency. To prepare and serve well-balanced, nutritious meals, to...

Senior Support Worker – Supported Living (Guildford) Ages: 16-21 (Ofsted) Salary: £25,000 – £27,000 per year Are you someone who genuinely cares about helping people live fuller, more independent lives? Do you thrive in a role where every day brings a chance to make a meaningful impact? If so, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for a Senior Support Worker to join our supported accommodation service in Guildford. This is a warm, people-focused environment where compassion and teamwork really matter. You’ll be supporting adults to build confidence, develop life skills, and take positive steps forward—while also playing a key role in guiding and supporting the wider team. What you’ll be doing: Providing day-to-day support to residents, tailored to individual needs and goals Supporting people with daily living skills, wellbeing, appointments, and community activities Leading, mentoring, and supporting Support Workers on shift Ensuring...

We’re seeking extra special Care Workers to support people to live well at home! We are thrilled to be recognised as winners at among others the 2024 National Care Awards, as the   Domiciliary Care Provider of the Year , and the 2025 Home Care Awards. All made possible by our wonderful support worker teams, which we would love for you to join! Requirements of the Role We welcome people with no previous care experience, FULL training will be provided. But you should have compassion, respect and a desire to support people in your community! Car & valid driving licence Right To Work:   You must have the right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available) Location:   We recruit colleagues local to our teams, to support their local communities, so we can't accommodate relocation. Please ensure that you live within approximately 5-10 miles of our High Wycombe team. Shift Times: 5 hour blocks (mornings shifts from 7am-12pm and 8am-1pm, and evening...

We're looking for 3 kind, compassionate and resilient Support workers to join our Learning Disabilities service in Langley. £28,808.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. Our benefits include: * Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service * Free DBS (take this out if BSW advert) * Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card * Fully paid induction programme and further training * Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and...