Support Workers

Discovery Inc; Glastonbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

30 days annual leave

Career progression

Learn to drive scheme

Salary advance

Life assurance and pension

DBS paid for

Industry leading training

Disability interview guarantee

BSLanguage videos

Job summary

Discovery is seeking caring individuals to support six adults in Glastonbury, assisting with personal care, daily hygiene, and promoting dignity and choice throughout the day.

You'll help with mobility, attend activities in the community, and support hydrotherapy and outings. No prior experience required; full training is provided, and you’ll work as part of a supportive team in a not-for-profit setting.

Qualifications

• No previous care experience required; values and compassion matter most.
• Comfortable in a close team and adaptable to changing needs throughout the day.
• Willing to learn; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily hygiene, promoting dignity and choice.
• Support mobility needs and assist with transport using the home’s two vehicles.
• Engage in outings and activities with residents and the wider community.
• Keep accurate records and update support plans with training provided.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

IT skills

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

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.

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.

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.

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, We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce
• 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.