Job Description
Support Worker
Where Compassion Meets Community in Shepton Mallet
13.30 per hour plus additional payments of 50 for sleep-in shifts | Flexible Hours | Sessional, Part-Time & Full-Time Roles Available Make an impact. Feel valued. Be supported. Shifts & Hours
We offer flexible working to suit your lifestyle: 7.5-hour shifts or 15-hours if you would prefer long days Day shifts Sleep-ins Sessional and part-time options available Driving not essential, but helpful due to our peaceful rural setting What Makes This Role So Special
Imagine a job where your kindness sparks joy. Where your support helps someone feel safe, seen, and celebrated. At Lifeways Shepton Mallet, youll be supporting eight incredible individuals with learning disabilities. Theyre full of personality and passionwhether its collecting quirky treasures, sewing with care, or heading out to the theatre, cinema, or even on holiday. Your role is to help them manage their ASD conditions and live life on their termswith dignity, joy, and independence. Youll be: Supporting with personal care and daily routines Helping with cooking, cleaning, and medication Encouraging hobbies, social outings, and community adventures Providing emotional support and celebrating small wins Helping each person feel valued, empowered, and truly themselves Every moment you spend with someone could be the highlight of their dayand yours. Why Youll Love Working With Us
We believe care should be rewardingfor everyone. Thats why we offer over 2,000 in annual benefitsbecause when you feel valued, youre empowered to make a real impact. Free DBS Check
No fees, no fuss Funded Qualifications
Grow your skills with recognised training Lifeways Rewards
Discounts and cashback at shops, cinemas, gyms, holidays and more Cycle to Work Scheme
Save while you ride Health Cash Plan Option
Claim back costs for dental, glasses, therapy and more Employee Assistance Programme
Free, confidential support when you need it Blue Light Card Eligibility
Perks for those who care From your first shift, youll be supported by a team that invests in your growth and celebrates your contribution. Who You Are
Whether youre an experienced Care Assistant, Support Worker, or Healthcare Assistantor just someone with a big heart and a desire to helpyoull fit right in. Youre: Compassionate, patient, and full of positive energy A great listener and team player Calm, adaptable, and ready to make a difference Someone who believes everyone deserves to live a life they love Ready to Join the Team?
If youre looking for a career thats rich in meaning, full of connection, and buzzing with possibilitywhere youll be supported, recognised, and empowered to make a lasting impactLifeways Shepton Mallet is ready to welcome you. Apply today and help someone live life their waywith confidence, joy, and support. LWGAK