37 support worker jobs found in Taunton

Apply Now We are currently looking for multiple Support Workers in and around the Taunton area. We have on going vacancies, permanent and ad hoc shifts available. Responsibilities for a Support Worker: * Making meals, drinks and snacks where necessary * Supporting with household and domestic tasks, such as laundry, shopping, cleaning and financial transactions such as paying bills * Assisting residents with getting up in the morning, providing personal care including washing / bathing and dressing * Helping with undressing and going to bed in the evening, as well as providing help and ensuring medication is taken as required * Putting resident wellbeing at the heart of the service, going the extra mile to ensure our residents can live their best lives Experience/Qualifications for our Support Workers: * Mandatory Care Certificate (Training can be provided) * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions *...

Job Title: Complex Support Worker Location: Somerset Job Type: Part-time / Ongoing Shift Pattern: Evenings Monday to Friday and weekends Job Description We are looking for an experienced and reliable Complex Support Worker to support a teenager in the home and community. The young person has autism, ADHD, is non-verbal, and can present with behaviours that challenge, including aggression. This role requires someone who is calm, patient, resilient and confident in providing structured, person-centred support. You will provide consistent support during weekday evenings and weekends, helping to maintain routines, promote safety and wellbeing, and support meaningful engagement. You must be able to build trust, work professionally with the family, recognise triggers, and respond appropriately using calm and safe de-escalation approaches. Main Duties * Provide 1:1 support tailored to the young person’s needs * Support with routines, activities and community access * Use clear...

We are looking for a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to work in the SEND base of our well-resourced primary school in Taunton, supporting students with Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities. You will play a key role in helping students access the curriculum, participate fully in school life, and thrive socially and emotionally in a supportive learning environment. Key Responsibilities: - Provide tailored 1:1 or small group support based on individual needs and EHCP targets. - Adapt learning materials and teaching methods to meet diverse learning styles and developmental levels. - Support students in developing communication, emotional regulation, and independent learning skills. - Work closely with teaching staff and the SENDCo to implement effective strategies for engagement and progress. - Assist students with physical or personal care needs, always promoting dignity and independence. - Supervise...

Five Education are recruiting a Teaching Assistant for a special school in Chard. The role is to support identified pupils with Special Education Needs (SEN) and/ or mental health challenges. This work will be supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups. Previous experience in supporting individuals with SEND such as autism and an ability to manage challenging behaviour is desirable. The right person for this role will be kind, compassionate, patient and resilient. The role will involve: · Assisting pupils throughout the day, helping them to remain focused and on task. · Guide the pupils when they are struggling, and help them to become regulated and calm. Who We're Looking For: - Emotionally resilient and able to stay calm in challenging situations - Strong communicator with a positive and proactive mindset - Able to build rapport with young people, particularly those who may struggle to trust adults - Previous experience isn't essential, but backgrounds in youth...

Location: Construction site based (Mon-Fri) - Somerset Duration: Approved until 31dec26 (renewable) Status: Contract - INSIDE IR35 Other: Due to the nature of the role, there will be a frequent requirement to work on evenings, nights and weekends Morson Edge are working with a major player in the Energy Sector who have a current (contract) requirement for a Radiological Protection Technician to join their established site-based team in Somerset. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of Europe's largest infrastructure construction Project. Broad overview: Radiological protection technicians will support the independent control, supervision, and monitoring of the radiography, reducing the risks to workers from unplanned events and the potential delays to the construction schedule. The role will also be expected to support the preparations for radiography tasks, and due to the nature of radiography, the role requires frequent work mostly on evenings, nights and weekends. The...

We're looking for an experienced and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to work in a well-resourced secondary school in Glastonbury. This role is ideal for someone who is confident supporting pupils with SEND and is passionate about helping children access education in a supportive and structured environment. Full-time availability is preferred, however part-time applicants will also be considered. The role includes: - Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND - Supporting pupils with learning, communication, and emotional regulation - Working closely with teachers and SENCOs to support EHCP targets and individual learning plans - Helping to create a structured, safe, and engaging learning environment We're looking for someone who: - Has previous experience working with pupils with SEND - Is patient, resilient, and nurturing in their approach - Is confident supporting pupils with a range of additional needs - Has strong communication and teamwork...

Facilities Assistant (Cleaner) Salary: £25,583 – £25,989 Hours: 37 hours per week Working Pattern: 5 days per week — 4 weekdays (10am–6pm) and 1 weekend day (7am–3pm) Contract: Permanent Location: Taunton Weekend enhancements paid About the Role Looking for a proactive and hands‑on Facilities Assistant to help keep our buildings and public facilities safe, clean and welcoming for residents and visitors. This is a great opportunity to join a growing organisation that makes a real difference to the town. Main Purpose of the Role To carry out day‑to‑day cleaning, light maintenance and compliance tasks across premises — including public toilets, pavilions and other physical assets — supporting our commitment to community safety, cleanliness and wellbeing. Key Responsibilities • Unlock, lock, clean and inspect public toilets and pavilions  • Carry out minor repairs and maintain accurate records of cleaning and inspections • Ensure public toilets and surrounding areas are clean,...

Inclusion Lead Location: Fully Remote Rate: £370 per day (Umbrella) (£269.23 PAYE exclusive) Contract: Initial 5 month contract with potential extension We are currently supporting a local authority in the recruitment of an experienced Inclusion Lead to join their team and play a key role in improving outcomes for vulnerable learners. About the Role The Inclusion Lead will be responsible for ensuring that children and young people at risk of exclusion, disengagement, or underachievement receive timely, coordinated, and effective support. This role requires a strong focus on multi-agency working, personalised planning, and early intervention strategies. You will work across education and safeguarding services to ensure that each learner has access to appropriate provision and pathways that reflect their individual needs, strengths, and aspirations. Key Responsibilities Lead on complex learner case management, ensuring coordinated multi-agency support Develop and oversee...

About the role Title – Area Security Officer Pay Rate – £12.71ph Location – Taunton Shift Timings – Day shifts – candidates must be flexible and available to work Monday to Friday You will be working in a site-based role within the public sector, where officers are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of both staff and visitors. Your main responsibilities may include: · Trained to provide relief cover and support to a portfolio of locations within a geographical region. · All the tasks and activities as per the site operational guidance and Assignment Instructions. Provide quality service delivery. · Manage and maintain a safe environment for the client’s staff and customers. · Provide a proactive presence in all public facing areas as activity requires. This will include providing a positive initial reception for clients and directional guidance. · Working directly with the customer as part of a team to provide conflict resolution at our...

TITLE: Temporary School Administrator/Receptionist - Immediate Start (Enhanced DBS on the update service is desirable) LOCATION: Taunton HOURLY RATE: £12.71 per hour HOURS: 30 - 35 hours per week (must be able to work until 5:30pm on Mondays and Tuesdays, other than that hours are flexible) BENEFITS: We would love for you to join us as a temporary candidate. Temping for Office Angels comes with some great perks including… Weekly pay Access to Boost - our exclusive platform with discounts on hundreds of retailers, a wellbeing hub with recipes, an exercise area and a mindfulness section with blogs & videos Direct access to Able Futures - Mental health support for people in work Eye Care Vouchers Pension Scheme Regular pay reviews Temporary candidate of the month award Temporary candidate lunches/treats Online timesheets A dedicated consultant as an additional layer of supportTHE ROLE: We are seeking a well organised, patient and resilient individual to join a friendly and...

We’re currently recruiting experienced and compassionate Healthcare Assistants to join our team for agency shifts across a range of care settings, including residential homes, nursing homes, and supported living services. Key Responsibilities: * Provide personal care and support to service users in line with care plans * Assist with daily living activities such as washing, dressing, feeding, and mobility * Promote independence and dignity at all times * Record and report any changes in health or behaviour * Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals Requirements: * Minimum 6 months of recent UK-based care experience * A valid enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply) * Moving and Handling & Basic Life Support training (refresher can be arranged if expired) * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and nights

Randstad is currently looking for a Labourer based in Wiveliscombe for a project starting ASAP. If you are interested please see further details. Key Skills / Responsibilities: Maintaining site tidy Assisting trades on site General site labouring duties Reporting in to site management team Requirements: Valid CSCS card Own PPE A good attitude & strong work ethic Health and safety knowledge Relevant experience and references from previous contractors Benefits: Competitive pay rate Offers of continuing work with the same contractor following the completion of the project. Added to our database for further opportunitiesIf you feel that this role is suitable for you then please call Ana Perozo Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than...

Role: Fire Safety Engineer Position: Contract Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Duration: 12 months plus Pay: £555 (paye), £750 umbrella The Role The Fire Safety Specialist is part of a team of dedicated fire safety and compliance professionals reporting to the Head of Site Environment, Fire Safety, Radiation Protection & Harbours. The main purpose of the job is to determine and document the fire safety strategy, develop supporting project standards and guidance, drive improvements in safety culture, management systems, performance and to coordinate and cooperate with the NNB Fire Safety Team to assist them in delivering their aims effectively. This will include, but is not limited to, problem solving and establishing innovative solutions to fire safety challenges faced during construction and commissioning, recommending temporary fire safety solutions to include temporary compartmentation, smoke control, fire barriers, fire water supply, fire alarm and detection...

Production/Machine Operatives Bridgwater | Day shift Monday - Friday, 8am-16.30pm, finish at 1pm on a FrIday | Temporary to Permanent | Immediate Start Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of our client, a market-leading manufacturer supplying precision components for the aerospace industry, for Production Operatives based on outskirts of Bridgwater. You will support the production of high-specification aerospace products in a clean and modern facility. Key Responsibilities Operating extrusion machinery to produce plastic tubes Loading and handling raw plastic powders/materials Monitoring ovens and heating processes Ensuring correct temperature and production settings Carrying out quality checks on finished products Following strict health & safety procedures Maintaining a clean and organised work area Previous experience in a production or machine operating environment is beneficial but not essential. Comfortable working with powders and high...

Role: CDM Advisor Position: Contract Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, Somerset Days on Site: 3- 5 Duration: Approx until 31st Dec 2026 Pay: 450£ PAYE - £600 Umbrella Job Purpose / Overview Join us as a Construction Design and Management (CDM) Advisor, contributing to complex construction topics at HPC and you'll be helping us to make sure we continue to deliver technical excellence for the project.Being part of Technical Directorate and working on a day-to-day basis on site with NNB's Construction Team, the JDO is responsible for site-based queries during construction, installation, and commissioning and facilitate closure of post-handover open points [PHOP] arising from site. Principal Accountabilities As a CDM-Advisor you will: Regularly monitor, measure, analyse and review performance in implementing the requirements of the Standard. Ensure information from all relevant Design Risk Registers, including Package DRRs and Integrated DRRs is assembled into a Master...

Role: BOP Engineering Coordinator Position: Contract Location: Hinkley point C, Bridgwater, Somerset (J23 M5) Days on Site: 3 Duration: Initial CED until 31st Dec 2026 Pay: £310PAYE - £420 Umbrella Balance Of Plant 1 Engineering Coordinator Are you experienced in coordinating building projects from conception to completion, ensuring seamless operations and timely delivery? Are you adept at liaising with various stakeholders, including engineers, contractors, and senior management, to ensure project objectives are met and expectations are exceeded? Are you skilled in managing multiple tasks simultaneously, maintaining attention to detail while prioritising tasks effectively to meet project deadlines? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as our next Engineering Coordinator working at Hinkley Point C! The Opportunity… Hinkley Point 'C' (HPC) is a vital part of the UK's future energy strategy. As the first of the UK's next generation of nuclear power...

Location: Bridgwater site based - 3 days per week and 2 days remote working/satellite office Status: Contract - Inside IR35 Duration: Currently approved thro to 31dec26 (renewable) Reports to: JDO Area Lead Morson Edge are working on behalf of a major player within the Energy Sector who have a current (contract) requirement for an Engineering Coordinator, to join their established site-based team in Somerset. This is a uniquely interesting opportunity to contribute towards one of Europe's largest infrastructure/construction Projects. If you're looking for a challenge and have the enthusiasm and exceptional stakeholder management skills this role will require, this could be the role for you! The Opportunity As an Engineering Coordinator, you will ensure delivery of on-site engineering issues and changes within your designated area. You will be the driving force behind ensuring the successful completion of all pending tasks and construction updates within your assigned (site)...

The Role * Lead finance transition planning and delivery of all go-live activities * Manage cutover processes including accruals, prepayments, provisions and opening balances * Support validation of financial data and opening balances * Design budget structures and monitoring frameworks * Support development of management reporting across services * Partner with senior stakeholders to ensure budget ownership * Act as a finance SME across transition workstreams * Deliver training and guidance to budget holders and managers * Build strong relationships across finance and operational teams About You Essential: * CCAB-qualified accountant (or equivalent experience) * Strong financial accounting background within public sector, housing, or similar * Proven experience supporting finance transformation, system changes or restructures * Strong technical knowledge of financial controls, reporting and chart of accounts * Experience working with...

Job Description: Job Summary - Site Manager - £375 per day - 9 Months Outside IR35 - Paid Ltd Co. or CIS We are seeking a Site Manager to oversee daily civils and groundworks operations—including earthworks, drainage, ducting, foundations, and external finishes on a BESS project near Bridgwater where the company is working as a subcontractor to deliver the on site civils on behalf of the main contractor. The site manager will work alongside the Project Manager and Project QS to ensure the project is delivered safely, on time, and to the high quality standards that the company is known for. Of key importance is that candidates will have specific experience of working for a civils subcontractor responsible for delivery of multiple packages of work. Key Responsibilities Operational Management: Plan daily project works and manage resources, including plant, materials, directly employed labour and any subcontractors. Proactively and positively solve problems whilst maintaining...

About the role Title – Area Security Officer Pay Rate – £12.71ph Location – Bridgwater Shift Timings – Day shifts – candidates must be flexible and available to work Monday to Friday You will be working in a site-based role within the public sector, where officers are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of both staff and visitors. Your main responsibilities may include: · Trained to provide relief cover and support to a portfolio of locations within a geographical region. · All the tasks and activities as per the site operational guidance and Assignment Instructions. Provide quality service delivery. · Manage and maintain a safe environment for the client’s staff and customers. · Provide a proactive presence in all public facing areas as activity requires. This will include providing a positive initial reception for clients and directional guidance. · Working directly with the customer as part of a team to provide conflict resolution at our...