Floating Support Worker
| Company: | Discovery |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.54 to £15.54 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Cheddar, BS26 2DP |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 14 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 12 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Floating Support Worker - North Somerset
£15.54 per hour | Full & Part-Time | Driver essential
Looking for a role with real variety and purpose?
Join Discovery as a
Floating Support Worker, supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism across North Somerset. Every day is different—you'll work in a range of homes and services, helping people live independently and confidently.
What you'll do
- Support people with daily living, personal care and community activities
- Build positive relationships and empower independence
- Work across different services depending on need
- Support individuals who may be non-verbal or use wheelchairs (full training provided)
What we're looking for
- A driver with access to a car & business insurance
- Able to travel within approx. an hour of home
- Flexible with varied shift patterns (early, late & occasional sleep-ins)
- Able to work alternate weekends
- A caring, adaptable, people-focused approach (no experience needed)
What you'll get
- Paid training at your usual hourly rate
- Funded qualifications & career development
- Supportive teams and meaningful, rewarding work
- Full list of benefits in the job description
Apply now
Interviews held on an ongoing basis.
Enhanced DBS required (cost covered by Discovery).
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. Support with applications is available via the Resourcing Team on
0300 303 9150.
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