Support Worker

Discovery; Glastonbury; Remote; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible shifts

30 days leave

Career progression

Learn to Drive

Salary advance

Discounts

Life insurance

Pension

Training

DBS paid by us

Job summary

Discovery is recruiting for a caring Support Worker to assist six adults with learning disabilities and autism in Glastonbury. You’ll help with daily activities, personal care, and outings, promoting independence and dignity in a warm home environment.

No previous experience is required; we value compassion, reliability and a willingness to learn. Full training provided, with shifts including mornings, afternoons and some evenings, plus optional long days.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; values and compassion matter most.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with people you support.
• Good IT skills for keeping records and updating support plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily hygiene support.
• Support six adults with disabilities in daily activities and outings.
• Assist with mobility and use of wheelchairs/hoists where needed.
• Promote dignity, comfort and choice throughout the day.

Skills

Empathy

Great listening

Patience

Teamwork

IT skills

Driving licence

Job description

At Discovery, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a full, meaningful and connected life — and our teams play a vital role in making this happen every single day. As a not-for-profit social care provider, we support people with learning disabilities and autism across Somerset to live the lives they choose, in the places they love, with the people who matter most to them.

We’re proud of our welcoming, values‑led culture where kindness, respect and positivity are at the heart of everything we do. Whether we’re supporting someone to enjoy their favourite hobby, learn new skills, spend time with family, or simply feel comfortable and safe at home, our focus is always on promoting independence and celebrating individuality.

When you join Discovery, you’re not just starting a job — you’re becoming part of a passionate team that truly cares. We’ll give you all the training you need, ongoing support, and opportunities to grow your skills and confidence. If you want to work for an organisation that makes you feel valued while helping others thrive, Discovery is the place to be.

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

About the role

In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll be supporting six adults aged 40–60 in their warm, friendly home in Glastonbury. Five of the people we support have profound and multiple disabilities, including one gentleman who uses PEG feeding, and two people who have epilepsy supported by proactive support plans. Four individuals require support with their mobility and use wheelchairs and hoists. Your role will include a balance of personal care, encouraging daily hygiene routines and promoting comfort, dignity and choice throughout the day. Full training will be provided.

The people you’ll support love getting out and about — whether that’s hydrotherapy sessions (you’ll need to be comfortable supporting in the pool), theatre and cinema trips, local social clubs or days exploring Glastonbury and the wider community. One gentleman is a real thrill‑seeker who enjoys activities such as rock climbing, horse riding and even bungee jumping! Others enjoy themed breaks, volunteering opportunities and spending quality time with their families. No two days are ever the same, and you’ll be part of a supportive, passionate team who make every day meaningful.

Shifts range from early (7/8am–2/3pm) to late (2/3pm–9/10pm), with the option of long days when needed — though the home generally prefers shorter shifts due to its busy pace. Full‑time and part‑time roles are available, with alternate weekends worked as part of the rota.

A manual driving licence is essential, as you’ll be supporting people using the home’s two vehicles.

About you

You don’t need previous experience to join us — what matters most is your values, your compassion and your genuine desire to make a difference. If you’re someone who is patient, positive, calm under pressure and motivated by helping others to live life to the fullest, you’ll fit right in. The best Support Workers are great listeners, naturally empathetic, and able to build strong, trusting relationships with the people they support.

You’ll be someone who enjoys being active, willing to try new things and get ‘stuck in’. You’ll need to be comfortable working as part of a close, supportive team, following guidance, and adapting to different needs throughout the day. Good IT skills are important too, as you’ll be keeping accurate records and updating support plans — full training is provided, so you’ll feel confident and supported every step of the way.

Most importantly, you’ll bring warmth, reliability and a willingness to learn. If you’re looking for a role with purpose, where every shift leaves you knowing you’ve genuinely made someone’s day better, we’d love to welcome you to our team.

Rewards that make a difference

• 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

• An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Discovery.
• We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce
• If a driving licence is required for this role you will need to produce a copy of the driving licence at the onboarding stage.
• 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
• As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.
• 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.

Discovery

The Exchange, Bridgwater, Somerset
TA6 4RR