Support Worker
| Posting date: | 30 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £13.13 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 March 2026 |
| Location: | Taunton, TA4 3LW |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Discovery |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DS04645 |
Summary
About Discovery
Discovery exists to help each person we support to live a fulfilling life, to be equal in society and to be active in his or her local community. That's a big deal. It means being able to have choice and control in life. It means choosing to go out or to stay in, making friends and having relationships, finding and developing skills and interests. It also means managing a home, voting, staying healthy and being able to pursue employment or volunteering opportunities. If you think you can help the people we support get more from life, we want to hear from you.
At Discovery, you'll find more than a job - You'll find purpose, belonging, and the support to thrive. Your voice matters, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your growth is celebrated. Together, we make a real difference - for the people we support and for you.
Discovery is proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are accredited by the Great Places To Work programme in 2025 - now 5 years in a row!
About the role
Location: Taunton
Pay rate: £13.13 per hour
As a Support Worker, you will:
- Empower individuals to live independently and achieve their personal goals.
- Provide practical assistance with daily activities, such as cooking, cleaning, and personal care.
- Offer emotional support and encourage participation in community activities.
- Work collaboratively with a team to deliver person centred support plans.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure the safety and well-being of those you support.
What We're Looking For:
- A caring and empathetic attitude.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential - full training will be provided.
About you
If you can think outside of the box, are polite and person centred, we could be a great fit!
Drivers are essential due to the people we support wanting to go out and about!
'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.'
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
- 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
Apply now
- 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.