4391 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...

Epilepsy Support Worker - Cardiff (Nights and Weekend Days) IOS Care are seeking reliable and experienced support workers to provide night and weekend day care and support to a young man with epilepsy in Cardiff. Duties will include:- * Support with day and night routine * Observe and record night seizures * Offer reassurance when needed * Document all activities completed and handover to colleagues * Work with a co-worker in a professional manner * Weekend day staff are to support with attending social events such as going to the cinema, bowling, eating out and shopping The young man is verbal and mobile with a great sense of humour, he lives at home with his family and requires support from two staff members during the day and night. He enjoys staying at home and playing games as well as going out in the community and enjoying various activities. The hours of work are 8am - 4pm, 4pm - 9pm and 9pm - 8am (Monday to Sunday). The successful support workers...

Do you have a caring nature, a calm approach, and a passion for helping young people with profound and complex needs thrive? Masterclass are working with a specialist SEN school supporting children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and complex medical needs. We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Learning Support Worker to join our dedicated team and play a key role in supporting our learners' education, care, and personal development. Your Role Will Include: * Supporting students with personal care, mobility, feeding, and medical needs under guidance and training. * Assisting the teacher in delivering highly differentiated and sensory-based learning activities. * Promoting communication, independence, and emotional wellbeing in every interaction. * Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues. * Helping to create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment that enables every...

Support Worker - Edge of Bristol Pay: £14.00 per hour (days) | £15.00 per hour (nights & weekends) Location: Edge of Bristol Are you experienced in supporting adults on the autistic spectrum and confident in managing challenging behaviour? We're looking for a Support Worker to join our dedicated team near Bristol. About the Role You'll provide person-centred support to individuals on the autistic spectrum, helping them: Access the community and enjoy social activities. Go shopping and manage daily living tasks. Cook meals and develop independence skills.This role requires resilience, empathy, and a proactive approach to supporting people who may display challenging behaviour. What We're Looking For Minimum 6 months relevant experience in care or support work. Experience working with adults who display challenging behaviour. Ability to provide 2 years of referencing. Enhanced DBS (ideally registered on the Update Service). Ideally a driver, due to the location and...

Hoop Nursing & Social Care are recruiting experienced Healthcare Support Workers (female, due to service user needs) on an agency basis, supporting services in Bridgend and surrounding areas. As a Healthcare Support Worker, you'll assist those with complex care needs, learning disabilities and some challenging behaviour (dependant on service), within supported living environments. Your role includes supporting the staff team with the daily running of the service, maintaining a positive attitude, and providing leading support. Benefits: * Competitive pay rates * Dedicated healthcare team support * Holiday pay, contract bookings, flexible working, and weekly pay Requirements: * 1 year of UK experience in a similar support work setting * Must be a driver or have access to transport * An active Social Care Wales registration Enhanced DBS checks are required prior to employment. Apply now or call Kelsey at Hoop Recruitment for more information

Position: SEN Education Support Worker Location: Near Okehampton School: Special Needs School Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-time or part-time, short-term or long-term About the School: Timeplan Education are working with a special needs school near Okehampton that deliver a nurturing and therapeutic environment dedicated to providing support for secondary age pupils with special educational needs. They are a fairly new provision committed to offering a holistic approach to education, focusing on the individual needs of each student. Their aim is to create a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where all students feel valued and empowered to succeed. Job Description: We are seeking experienced and resilient SEN Teaching Assistants/Education Support Workers to join their dedicated team. The successful candidates will work on a 1-1 and small group basis, providing emotional and behavioural support, mentoring, and safeguarding both in and out of the classroom. A significant...

Support Worker Temp Contract £13.50 + holiday Torfaen BRC are  currently recruiting for a Support Worker to join a dedicated service supporting vulnerable adults, families, women, men and children with complex needs. You will provide person centred support that empowers individuals to build independence, improve wellbeing, develop life skills and access the services they need. Key Responsibilities include Work closely with clients to assess their needs and create tailored support plans with clear goals and outcomes. Carry out risk assessments, safety planning and risk management plans. Support vulnerable adults and children, ensuring safeguarding concerns are recognised, reported and managed appropriately. Help clients access external services including housing, healthcare, legal support, benefits, education and employment. Encourage independence, resilience, positive parenting and community involvement. Work with clients across a variety of settings including...

Job Title: Relief Support Worker Location: Swansea & Surrounding Areas We have an opportunity for Support Workers to join our team supporting vulnerable people affected by or at risk of homelessness, substance and alcohol misuse, mental health illness and re-offending. BRC are recruiting on the ad-hoc, temporary and contract basis.    Do you have experience in supporting and making a change to vulnerable people’s lives? If so, contact BRC recruitment or click apply to find out more.    To be a successful relief support worker you’ll need: - Experience supporting vulnerable people in project-based settings, helping overcome challenges. - Strong communication. - Flexibility to work varying shifts. - Proactive nature. - To be able to encourage and promote a safe environment. Preferred but not essential: - Full UK Driving License - Access to own vehicle    Responsibilities: - Offer direct support to vulnerable individuals. - Provide safe accommodation. -...

Join Nurseplus as a Community Care Assistant – Make a Real Difference in Your Community Every Day - Driver preferred Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable people in your community? As a Homecare Assistant with Nurseplus Care at home, you’ll have the unique opportunity to provide outstanding, compassionate care directly in the comfort of clients’ homes. Whether you’re supporting individuals with learning disabilities, complex care needs, mental health conditions, dementia, or assisting elderly clients, you’ll be making a meaningful difference with every shift. Why Join Nurseplus Care at home? Continuity of Care: We strive to provide continuity with the same clients and consistent hours each week. Whether you prefer short visits traveling from home to home or longer 12-hour shifts in one location, we have a variety of options to suit your lifestyle. Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £13.50 and £14.00 per hour, with weekly pay...

Who we are? At 360 Camhs & Supported Living, building trust is central to everything we do. We support children and young people by creating safe, consistent, and trauma-informed environments where they feel understood, protected, and supported to grow. Establishing trust is the first step in helping young people build healthy relationships with themselves and others. Our services are aligned with statutory bodies and designed to meet both immediate needs and long-term outcomes. Through safeguarding-led, relationship-based support, we prioritise emotional wellbeing, stability, and resilience. We are registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and a member of the Restraint Reduction Network, reflecting our commitment to regulatory compliance, safeguarding, and reducing restrictive practices wherever possible. By creating safe and trusting spaces, we empower young people to move forward knowing they are heard, respected What You’ll Do * Work both independently and as part...

Female Support Worker (Driver Required) Hours: 37.5 per week, Mon-Fri, 8:50am-4:20pm Location: Christchurch, Dorset Important Note This role requires a female Support Worker with a full UK manual driving licence, in line with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, to meet specific personal care needs. Role Summary We're seeking a caring and reliable Female Support Worker to provide person‑centred support to adults with disabilities. You'll help individuals build independence, assist with personal care, and drive company vehicles as part of daily support. Key Responsibilities Provide high‑quality day‑to‑day care Support individuals in meaningful activities Assist with all aspects of personal care Drive company vehicles and escort individuals Administer medication (after training) Maintain accurate records and follow policies Keep training up to date and attend supervision Person Requirements Basic literacy and numeracy Full UK manual driving licence Female...

Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Loughor, Swansea Start Date: Immediately Salary: £85.50 per day TeacherActive, one of the UKs largest leading education recruitment agencies, is proud to be working with a number of Primary Schools across the Loughor region.  Whether you are a Teaching Assistant who is looking for day-to-day supply, long-term or permanent roles, our expert team of consultants work with a variety of settings and will be there 24/7 to help you along with our online, easy onboarding process. The successful Teaching Assistant / TA will have: TA qualification or at least 6 months experience working within a classroom setting Ability to work effectively as part of a team A good ability to create valued relationships with pupils Excellent organisation and communication skills Welsh speaking preferred ( not essential) In return for the above you can expect to receive: A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process...

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Support Worker Practitioner Join Nurseplus as a Support Worker Practitioner – Make a Difference Every Day At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a temporary Support Worker, you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of settings, from elderly care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and more complex care needs. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts. Why Choose Nurseplus? Flexibility that Works for You: Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life. Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £13.15 and £19.00 per hour paid weekly, depending on shift pattern (higher rates apply for nights, weekends, and bank holidays). Workwise App: Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app – manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms. Paid...

Support Worker    LOCATION:                Plymouth SALARY:                     £13 + holiday pay DURATION:                2-3 months temp HOURS:                      37.5 hours per week    About The Role: Embark on a meaningful journey with a leading Housing Association as a Support Worker for a young parents supported living accommodation. Support people to improve their wellbeing, make links with their local communities and manage their homes. Work alongside people to support them in meeting their potential in all areas of their lives. Be responsible for the delivery of high-quality support in our accommodation services and/or to provide visiting support to people in their own homes. Work in partnership with the customer and the other professional external agencies and services surrounding that customer. Empower customers to live independently by creating an environment in which they can thrive and supporting them to develop their own skills.    Key...

Carers & Support Workers Care Homes & Supported Living Flexible Shifts | Competitive Pay | Weekly Pay We’re looking for compassionate and dedicated Carers and Support Workers to join our agency team, delivering high-quality care across care homes, nursing homes, and supported living environments. At Hippo Staffing, we value our staff and provide flexible shifts, ongoing training, and a supportive environment where you can make a real difference every day. What You’ll Do: * Provide person-centred care that promotes dignity, respect, and independence. * Assist residents with personal care, mobility, nutrition, and daily living activities. * Follow care plans tailored to individual needs. * Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with the care team. * Adhere to safeguarding, health & safety, and infection control procedures. * Represent Hippo Staffing with professionalism and compassion. What We’re...

RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKERS WANTED – BRECON AREA Location: Brecon Start Date: Immediate Salary: From £13.69 p/h Shift Patterns: Night Shifts | Long Days | Short Days – all flexible and well paid! Got a calm head and a big heart? Ready to support amazing young people with ALN and behavioural needs? ⏰ Looking for work that’s flexible, fulfilling, and financially rewarding? Then you might just be who we’re looking for! At TeacherActive, we’re searching for dedicated, compassionate individuals to join our team of residential support legends in the Carmarthen area. You'll be helping young people with additional learning needs (ALN) and challenging behaviours feel safe, supported, and understood. Whether you're after night shifts, long days, or short bursts of brilliance, we’ve got roles to fit your life – and they all come with great pay and genuine impact. ️ What You’ll Need: ✅ A calm, patient approach with a good sense of humour ✅ Willingness to learn and adapt to...

Network Healthcare are looking for 1-2-1 Support Workers. We are looking for experienced 1-2-1 support workers - Female only. This will be to support an individual with the following : * Some aspects of personal care * Activities in & around Swindon * Assisting with light domestic duties * Emotional support The ideal candidate will be outgoing, patient, understanding and a very compassionate indivivdual. Previous experience with challenging behaviours would be beneficial for this role. Experience is required for this role

Carers & Support Workers – Care Homes & Supported Living Flexible Shifts | Competitive Pay | Weekly Pay We’re looking for compassionate and dedicated Carers and Support Workers to join our agency team, delivering high-quality care across care homes, nursing homes, and supported living environments. At Hippo Staffing, we value our staff and provide flexible shifts, ongoing training, and a supportive environment where you can make a real difference every day. What You’ll Do: * Provide person-centred care that promotes dignity, respect, and independence. * Assist residents with personal care, mobility, nutrition, and daily living activities. * Follow care plans tailored to individual needs. * Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with the care team. * Adhere to safeguarding, health & safety, and infection control procedures. * Represent Hippo Staffing with professionalism and compassion. What We’re...