St Jude's Care Ltd • Yeovil
About this role
Support Worker – Supported Living (Weekends Only)
Yeovil – across 3 friendly supported living homes
£14.25 per hour
26 hours every weekend (13 hours Saturday + 13 hours Sunday)
Permanent Contract
Full UK Driving Licence Required
Make a Real Difference Every Weekend
Looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same?
Join our dedicated supported living team in Yeovil and help adults with learning disabilities and autism live independent, fulfilling, and meaningful lives in their own homes and communities.
This is more than just a care role — it’s about building confidence, encouraging independence, creating opportunities, and being part of the moments that genuinely matter.
From supporting someone to achieve their daily goals, to helping them access the community, attend activities, or simply enjoy their home life, your support will have a direct and positive impact every single day.
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What the Role Involves
Working across three small supported living homes, you’ll provide person-centred support tailored to each individual’s needs and choices.
Your role may include
- Supporting with personal care and daily routines
- Helping with cooking, shopping, and maintaining a safe home environment
- Administering or supporting with medication
- Transporting individuals to day centres, appointments, and community activities
- Encouraging independence, social inclusion, and confidence
- Supporting people to enjoy hobbies, activities, and meaningful experiences
- Maintaining accurate records and following care plans
Most of the people we support attend day placements, meaning your focus will mainly be on morning and evening support routines.
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About You
We’re looking for someone who is
- Experienced in supporting people with learning disabilities and/or autism
- Caring, patient, and genuinely passionate about helping others
- Reliable, flexible, and able to work independently
- A confident driver with a full UK driving licence
- Positive, proactive, and committed to high-quality support
- Comfortable working across multiple services
Most importantly, you’ll be someone who treats people with dignity, respect, and compassion.
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Why Join Us?
✨ Consistent weekend rota for better work-life balance
✨ Supportive and welcoming team environment
✨ Ongoing training and development opportunities
✨ Opportunity for additional overtime shifts during the week
✨ Company pension scheme
✨ Free parking
✨ Referral programme
✨ Employee store discounts
✨ A genuinely rewarding role where your work matters
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Apply Today
If you’re passionate about making a positive difference and want to be part of a supportive, values-led team, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now by emailing
recruitment@stjudescare.co.uk
Join us in helping people live independently, confidently, and with dignity in the heart of their community.