Support Worker in Bridgwater inBridgwater PUBLISHED THU 6 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
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Paid 'Learn to Drive' scheme — up to 30 lessons plus theory and practical tests paid for you.
Part‑time roles in Bridgwater; drivers preferred so you can join outings to theatre, cinema and the seaside.
30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) — excellent work–life balance for family life.
Salary advance scheme, access up to 50% of your pay before payday — handy for childcare or bills.
No experience required, great induction and funded Care Certificate/Diploma opportunities to progress.
Supportive employer — Great Places to Work, 24‑hour EAP for family, pension and life cover; DBS obtained for you.
Support Worker in Bridgwater (TA6) — permanent, on-site role paying £13.13 per hour with full-time hours and part‑time vacancies also available. You will support people who make their own choices about daily life — joining them for theatre trips, cinema, bingo, seaside days out and holidays — so drivers are preferred. This role suits caring, reliable people (particularly women carers looking for rewarding, flexible work) who want to build relationships and help others lead busy, fulfilled lives. No prior care experience is required; Discovery provides full induction and ongoing training and looks for colleagues who share its values of Ambition, Integrity, Courage, Partnership and Respect.
Discovery offers a strong benefits package including 30 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays), a supported Learn to Drive scheme (up to 30 lessons plus theory and practical tests paid), a salary advance facility of up to 50% of earned pay, 24‑hour Employee Assistance for you and your family, life assurance and a pension. Excellent training opportunities include the Care Certificate and Diploma in Health & Social Care; an enhanced DBS will be arranged by Discovery. The organisation is Disability Confident Committed and guarantees interviews for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, with reasonable adjustments available to help complete your application. Applications are shortlisted on receipt and interviews held until posts are filled — find this vacancy on jobsincare.com and click the "Apply Now" button alongside this advert (Job ref: DS04568, closing date 06 December 2025).
Discovery offers a strong benefits package including 30 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays), a supported Learn to Drive scheme (up to 30 lessons plus theory and practical tests paid), a salary advance facility of up to 50% of earned pay, 24‑hour Employee Assistance for you and your family, life assurance and a pension. Excellent training opportunities include the Care Certificate and Diploma in Health & Social Care; an enhanced DBS will be arranged by Discovery. The organisation is Disability Confident Committed and guarantees interviews for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, with reasonable adjustments available to help complete your application. Applications are shortlisted on receipt and interviews held until posts are filled — find this vacancy on jobsincare.com and click the "Apply Now" button alongside this advert (Job ref: DS04568, closing date 06 December 2025).
Paid 'Learn to Drive' scheme — up to 30 lessons plus theory and practical tests paid for you.
Part‑time roles in Bridgwater; drivers preferred so you can join outings to theatre, cinema and the seaside.
30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) — excellent work–life balance for family life.
Salary advance scheme, access up to 50% of your pay before payday — handy for childcare or bills.
No experience required, great induction and funded Care Certificate/Diploma opportunities to progress.
Supportive employer — Great Places to Work, 24‑hour EAP for family, pension and life cover; DBS obtained for you.
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Paid 'Learn to Drive' scheme — up to 30 lessons plus theory and practical tests paid for you.; Part‑time roles in Bridgwater; drivers preferred so you can join outings to theatre, cinema and the seaside.; 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) — excellent work–life balance for family life.; Salary advance scheme: access up to 50% of your pay before payday — handy for childcare or bills.; No experience required: great induction and funded Care Certificate/Diploma opportunities to progress.; Supportive employer — Great Places to Work, 24‑hour EAP for family, pension and life cover; DBS obtained for you.
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.
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