105 jobs found in Taunton

Are you considering the next step in your health and social care career? Want to keep making a difference while developing yourself? Discovery are currently recruiting for an Assistant Locality Manager to join our team in Taunton. The Assistant Locality Manager will support the manager and their team of Support Workers in a variety of ways - delivering the highest possible care to the people we support, ensuring compliance to organisational policies and procedures assisting with rota planning and shift management, using different IT Systems to ensure full compliance in H&S checks managing their time effectively across two locations working alongside the Locality Manager to ensure that colleagues are supported and managed effectively in line with the company values. Acting up as manager when the Locality Manager is unavailable to ensure safe running of the homes and compliance is maintained. Discovery is proud to be successfully accredited by the Great Places To Work...

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! 30 hours per week 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...

Job Opportunity: Support Worker Location: Taunton Salary: £13.13 per hour Hours: 37.5 hours per week Drivers are preferred as the people we support like to go out and about! Grassendale is located in Taunton and we are looking for energetic and friendly individuals who enjoys days out, road trips, and exciting adventures! We’re looking for Support Workers to assist a group of 9 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...

Job Advert: Support Worker Positions Available Location: Taunton, TA1 Hours: Full and Part time contracts available Salary: £13.13 per hour Drivers preferred due to the people we support wanting to go out and about! 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...

Peripatetic Support Worker – Taunton & Surrounding Areas £14.44 per hour Full & Part-Time Hours based contracts available Driver with access to a car & business insurance essential Do you want a role where you make a meaningful difference to the lives on people in the local community? Then join Dimensions as a Peripatetic (Floating) Support Worker working in Taunton & Surrrounding Area. Discovery is a leading not-for-profit provider of support to adults with learning disabilities and autism in Somerset & Cornwall. Peripatetic Support Workers are support workers who work across a variety of teams and homes providing the highest levels of person-centred care, ensuring the people we support live the lives they want to lead. We can offer either full or part-time contracts to suit your needs. Peripatetic Support Workers are supported by the Senior Resource Allocation Manager as well as the management teams within the homes of the people...

Support Work - Ruishton We are looking for enthusiastic and caring Support Workers to join our dedicated team in Ruishton, Somerset. We support a group of wonderful ladies and gentlemen who enjoy engaging in different hobbies such as sensory activities, getting outside in the fresh air for walks, baking and maybe some pampering or our ladies! If you have a passion for improving the quality of life for others and love planning engaging, person-centred experiences, this could be the perfect role for you! Drivers preferred due to the people we support wanting to go out and about! Key Responsibilities: Daily Living Assistance: Support individuals with day-to-day tasks, ensuring they feel empowered and confident in their abilities. This will include, medication support, personal care, finance support and support at meal times. Person-Centred Support: Help create meaningful, tailored days out like our recent ones to the Zoo and the Army Museum, and sensory-rich indoor...

Are you a passionate and dedicated individual that wants to make a difference? Looking for job satisfaction and a career to really invest in? We are recruiting a Support Worker for a location in central Taunton to provide creative, person-centred support to 6 individuals with a variety of complex support needs within a supportive team. As a Support Worker you will: Empower individuals to live fulfilled lives Provide assistance with daily activities, such as personal care, cooking and cleaning Offer emotional support and encouragement to overcome barriers and achieve their goals Work dynamically with a team in order to achieve and deliver person centred care Maintain accurate records, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the people you are supporting Be provided with extensive training to ensure you are able to fulfil your role as safely and positively as possible What we are looking for: Individuals that think creatively, are passionate, dedicated and looking...

Job Advert: Support Worker Positions Available Location: Taunton, TA1 Hours: Full and Part time contracts available Salary: £13.13 per hour Drivers preferred due to the people we support wanting to go out and about! 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...

Support Worker Vacancy Location: Taunton Pay rate: £13.13 per hour 'I am incredibly excited to be able to move and I am looking to find the right staff to support me to thrive in my new environment.' I tend to get along better with male staff members, but I am also happy to be supported by female staff members too. I really appreciate my team being polite and patient with me, gently reminding me to complete tasks and ensuring you are proactive in your approach. I really love cooking with the help of my team, a long with watching War & Comedy films. I enjoy playing snooker, day trips and going out for food. I would like to give gardening a try and will finally have the opportunity to do this in my new home as I will have my own small garden to take care of. I love doing different activities and with the right support and encouragement, I could really expand on the activities I currently enjoy. If you can think outside of the box, are polite and person centred,...

Support Worker Vacancy Location: Taunton Pay rate: £13.13 per hour 'I am incredibly excited to be able to move and I am looking to find the right staff to support me to thrive in my new environment. I tend to get along better with male staff members, but I am also happy to be supported by female staff members too. I really appreciate my team being polite and patient with me, gently reminding me to complete tasks and ensuring you are proactive in your approach. I really love cooking with the help of my team, a long with watching War & Comedy films. I enjoy playing snooker, day trips and going out for food. I would like to give gardening a try and will finally have the opportunity to do this in my new home as I will have my own small garden to take care of. I love doing different activities and with the right support and encouragement, I could really expand on the activities I currently enjoy. If you can think outside of the box, are polite and person centred, we...

Support Worker Role - Full Time and Part Time Available Pay rate: £13.13 per hour Location: Wembdon, Bridgwater Croftlands is a small home in the centre of Bridgwater, we support 6 people with positive behaviour support through active engagement and meaningful lives. We take every opportunity to support people to live the lives they want so there can be elements of driving, either the house vehicle or your own car, to support people to their chosen activities, however drivers are not essential for this role. We are close to the new Bridgwater leisure complex which we use to visit the cinema, bowling or a game of pool. The people we support enjoy local pub lunches at the Quantock gateway pub which is a few minutes walk away from the home. We have a vehicle so getting to local towns, beaches, forest walks are never too far away. Timekeeping is crucial, you should arrive on time, if you can take your time to listen then a job with us may be for you! We don’t...

Support Worker Vacancy Bridgwater £13.13 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...

Discovery is proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are accredited by the Great Places To Work programme 6 years in a row! Discovery supports adults with learning disabilities and/or autism in Somerset and Cornwall with complementary services in other neighbouring counties. At Discovery we believe in person centred support, with a big focus on delivering care tailored to the individual, and to reflect this ethos. We have a rare but amazing opportunity to replace a colleague who is reluctantly retiring, who has had a long and illustrious career supporting people with a learning disability and autism. We are therefore looking to recruit an experienced, ambitious Operations Director to join us and lead, mentor and develop a group of Registered Managers to achieve our vision of better lives for more people. Although the role is home-based you will be expected to visit the homes you are responsible for 2 days a week. This position will be responsible for...

Support Worker Vacancy Full time and Part time Vacancies Available Pay Rate:£13.13 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...

Full Time and Part Time Roles Available Bridgwater Drivers preffered due to the people we support wanting to go out! Pay rate £13.13 Being a Support Worker with Discovery is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity! We believe that good support means to ‘do with, and not for’. Your role will be to provide support for people to do all of the things that each day in life entails, from maintaining relationships with family and friends, managing personal finances, participating in hobbies and so much more. We are recruiting for support workers to join our small team at Geen house in the centre of Bridgwater. We support the people that live at Geen House to be a part of their own life by actively supporting them to develop living skills and have choice and control over their own day. As a Support Worker with us your role will be an exciting and varied one. You'll be supporting the people we support to enjoy a broad range of activities such as...

Are you a Support Worker with experience of working with adults living with autism and / or learning disabilities? Are you looking to take the next step in your career? Discovery are currently recruiting for a Lead Support Worker to join our team at Geen House in Bridgwater. About the role: At Geen Housethe people we support enjoy going on Holiday, spending time with family, going to church , the local pub, watching the local football team. having hydrotherapy sessions and watching shows at the cinema or theatre. As a Lead Support Worker your role is all about ensuring that the people we support live happy and fulfilled lives, whilst coaching and supporting your colleagues to deliver great support. As a Lead Support Worker your role is all about ensuring that the people we support live happy and fulfilled lives, whilst coaching and supporting your colleagues to deliver great support. You will support the management in the running of the home to ensure people we support are...

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: £13.13 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...

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? Drivers preferred due to the people we support wanting to go out and about! 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...

Join Our Team as a Fun-Loving, Active Support Worker in Chard! At The Old Farm House, we embrace a positive and lively atmosphere, filled with daily banter and laughter. We're looking for individuals who can seamlessly fit into our vibrant team. About the Role: As a Support Worker, you'll assist four males and one female in living independently and ensuring they are getting to do the things they love each day! Our residents enjoy walking, shopping, playing ball games, and swimming! We have cars available, so there's always an opportunity for more outings! Your responsibilities will include: Providing daily personal care support Assisting with money management Supporting medication routines Encouraging a fun and fulfilling life for each individual Join us and make a difference while enjoying a dynamic and engaging work environment! UK drivers licence is essential for this role Applications will be shortlisted on receipt and interviews will be held...

Are you looking for a job where you can make a real difference? Discovery is currently seeking Support Workers to empower the independence of one gentleman with Learning Disabilities and Autism in his home in Chard. The gentleman we support has epilepsy and learning disabilities, he enjoys a wide range of activities both at home and in the local area. Activities Support Workers may take part in with him include: Helping with meal planning so he can stay on track with his slimming world mission Going swimming at the local pool on a Tuesday and Thursday Visits to The Barley Mow or local Wetherspoon’s for coffee and a spot of lunch Late evenings getting lost in episodes of Police Interceptors and The Chase! Spending time with him at his favourite day service Enabling independence by assisting with day-to-day tasks (which include – but are not limited to – finances, shopping, cooking & personal care) This gentleman loves to know what is...