Community Support Worker – Mendip Community Locations: Shepton Mallet, Wells, Cheddar, Frome, Nunny, Glastonbury, Street, Wookey, Marston Magna & surrounding areas Salary: £12.30 per hour Contract: Permanent, Variable Hours (2-week rolling rota) Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm every other weekend Reports to: Support Manager About Enable Support Services (ESS) Enable Support Services (ESS) is a trusted, CQC-registered provider of high-quality, person-centred support. Since 2008, we have helped people with autism, learning disabilities, and mental health challenges live independently, participate in their communities, and enjoy life with dignity. At ESS, you’ll join a compassionate, dedicated team where your work is valued, and your career can grow. We provide ongoing training, supportive colleagues, and a positive work environment focused on making a real difference—for both clients and staff. The Role We are looking for caring, reliable, and enthusiastic Community Support Workers to join our friendly, well-established team in the Mendip Community. You will provide practical day-to-day support in the community, helping individuals live independently, access local services, and enjoy hobbies and social activities. Please note: Personal care is very limited (e.g., assisting with putting on socks or trousers) and does not involve intimate care. Key Responsibilities Support individuals with daily living tasks: shopping, cooking, finances, appointments, and household duties Assist with prescribed medication Encourage and support hobbies, social activities, and community participation Follow individual support plans and work closely with families and other professionals Drive clients safely in the community (full UK licence and business insurance required) Complete mandatory training and shadow shifts, including First Aid, Manual Handling, and the Care Certificate Who We’re Looking For Experience supporting people with Mental Health needs, learning disabilities or autism. Ability to work independently while following support plans Flexible with travel across Mendip area Knowledge of basic first aid and ability to respond calmly in emergencies Essential Qualities / Experience Commitment to safeguarding vulnerable adults Recovery- and enabling-focused approach in line with company values Caring, empathic, and person-centred approach Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Honest, with high levels of integrity Availability to work across ESS hours, including alternating weekends Access to a car with clean driving license and business insurance Enhanced DBS clearance Commitment to ongoing professional development Desirable Qualities / Experience Minimum of 1 year’s social care experience, ideally supporting people with mental health needs or learning disabilities Accredited Mental Health / Learning Disability training Wide life experience to support a positive, enabling approach to client needs Benefits Fully funded enhanced DBS Full induction and training provided. Annual Leave – Accrual method up to 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) extra birthday day after probation 24-hour Free Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) £300 Refer-a-Friend scheme Training opportunities: First Aid, Manual Handling, Care Certificate Blue Light Card for retail and other discounts Community support worker, support worker jobs Mendip, learning disabilities support, autism support, mental health support worker, CQC care jobs, carer jobs Somerset, community care roles, supported living jobs, adult social care jobs, Enable Support Services careers