Support Worker

Discovery Inc; Chard Town; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate with overtime

30 days paid leave

Career progression

Company pension

DBS paid for

Job summary

Discovery Inc in Chard, United Kingdom, is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to help people with autism, learning disabilities and anxiety lead fulfilling lives. You will assist with daily routines, personal care, health and wellbeing, and support outside activities in the local community.

Excellent communication and reliability are essential, with a focus on promoting independence, respect and inclusion. Training, DBS support and flexible shift patterns are provided.

Qualifications

• No prior care experience required; the right values matter.
• Ability to support personal care, daily routines and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support people with autism, learning disabilities and anxiety to live independently.
• Assist with personal care and daily routines, health and wellbeing.
• Promote independence through cooking, household tasks and decision making.
• Support community activities and outings, including mobility needs.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Reliability

Communication

Tools

Basic IT skills

Job description

Our welcoming home in Chard is home to four fantastic people, three gentlemen and one lady, who each have their own personalities, interests, and goals. You'll support people with autism, learning disabilities, and anxiety, taking the time to understand their unique communication styles and helping them live the lives they choose.

This is a hands‑on role, providing support with personal care, daily routines, and maintaining good health and wellbeing. You'll also support one person who uses a wheelchair when out in the community and another who uses a walking frame outdoors.

Life here is busy, active, and fun! Whether it's helping people stay connected with family and friends, enjoying days out, cooking favourite meals, or supporting someone on their next holiday adventure, you'll be part of creating meaningful moments every day. One gentleman loves visiting Paris every couple of years, while everyone enjoys a classic British holiday in a city or by the coast.

You'll encourage independence by involving people in cooking, household tasks, and everyday decision‑making. With Chard town centre just a five‑minute walk away, you'll often be out and about supporting people to enjoy all their local community has to offer.

Shifts are 7:00am - 2:00pm and 2:00pm - 10:00pm, As Disability Confident Leaders , we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Discovery has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees

We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.

Use of AI in the recruitment process:

AI can help you research and refine your application, but everything you submit should reflect your genuine skills and experience. Please ensure your application represents your own voice and abilities.

If you use assistive technology or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are committed to supporting you where we can. Please let us know in advance so we can ensure appropriate arrangements are in place.

You don't need previous experience in care, just the right values. We're looking for someone who is kind, patient, reliable, and passionate about helping others live fulfilling lives.

You'll enjoy building meaningful relationships, celebrating achievements, and supporting people to be as independent as possible. Whether you're helping someone learn a new skill, enjoy a day out, or simply have a great day, you'll bring positivity and encouragement to everything you do.

You'll be a great team player, willing to learn, and confident communicating with the people we support, their families, and colleagues. Being calm, adaptable, and able to use your initiative will help you thrive in this role.

Basic IT skills are required, as you'll use digital systems to complete training and record support notes.

Most importantly, you'll share our values of respect, inclusion, ambition, and courage, helping create a warm, supportive environment where people can live the life they choose.

At Discovery, we support people to live the lives they choose, with independence, confidence, and connection to their local community. As a Support Worker, you'll help people achieve their goals, build relationships, learn new skills, stay healthy, and enjoy life to the fullest. At Discovery, you're not just starting a job, you're joining a supportive team where you belong. We value your wellbeing, celebrate your achievements, and provide opportunities to learn and grow in your career.

Thanks to our amazing teams, Dimensions Group has been accredited as a Great Place to Work for 2026 - our eighth consecutive year of recognition.

• A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose to work
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs
• 30 days paid
• Annual Leave (including public holidays - pro rata)
• Opportunities for career progression
• Supported 'Learn to Drive' scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
• We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
• High Street Discounts - Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
• Life Assurance and Company Pension
• Industry leading training
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us