Department
Support Worker
Looking for something more meaningful in your career? Look no further, here at discovery we can grantee that every day will fill your heart with joy all year round. We support fantastic people to live fulfilled and happy lives!
We are looking for dedicated team who will support people in Bridgwater and surrounding areas to access community facilities such has hydro, trips to the theatre, cinema, local clubs and local places of interest.
Ability to drive is essential due to expectancy to travel across Somerset.
As part of this role, you will:
1. Help adults with learning disabilities and/or autism to learn the skills they need to live the life they choose
2. Support with daily tasks including shopping, housework, cleaning and laundry
3. Support with medication and personal care
4. Support and encourage people to find opportunities in education, employment and leisure, and enable them to take part in these opportunities
5. Continuously upskill yourself to ensure you can meet the needs of the business
Benefits for Support Workers choosing to work with Discovery include:
6. Enhanced floating support worker rate £14.30
7. Paid mileage at 45p per mile
8. 30 days paid Annual Leave (including public holidays – pro rata)
9. Opportunities for career progression
10. High Street Discounts – Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
11. Life Assurance and Company Pension
12. Industry leading training
13. Enhanced DBS paid for by us