Job Description
Support Worker – Where Compassion Meets Community in Shepton Mallet £13.30 per hour | 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:
15-hour shifts
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, you’ll be supporting eight incredible individuals with learning disabilities. They’re full of personality and passion—whether it’s 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 terms—with dignity, joy, and independence.
You’ll 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 day—and yours.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us We believe care should be rewarding—for everyone. That’s why we offer over £2,000 in annual benefits—because when you feel valued, you’re 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, you’ll be supported by a team that invests in your growth and celebrates your contribution.
Who You Are Whether you’re an experienced Care Assistant, Support Worker, or Healthcare Assistant—or just someone with a big heart and a desire to help—you’ll fit right in.
You’re:
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 you’re looking for a career that’s rich in meaning, full of connection, and buzzing with possibility—where you’ll be supported, recognised, and empowered to make a lasting impact—Lifeways Shepton Mallet is ready to welcome you. Apply today and help someone live life their way—with confidence, joy, and support.
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