Support Worker- Learning Disabilities

Overview

We are looking for Support Workers in our Supporting Living houses in Yeovil. St Jude’s Care have a life changing opportunity waiting for dynamic, energetic, passionate, and caring individuals who may, or may not have thought about working with people who have learning disabilities before. Full time available. Our tenants love to have fun, to be active, and pursue their interests as independently as possible.

They need someone who will be sensitive to the unique challenges they face within a variety of settings, whether that is in their home, or out in the community. Do you have the energy, drive, and compassion over experience, to support our tenants to obtain the lives, and the happiness they truly deserve? This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to deliver person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities in our Supported Living houses.

A day in the life of a Support Worker with St Jude’s Care is dynamic and rewarding. The morning involves supporting tenants as they prepare to start their day—helping with personal care tasks, prompting medication, or offering words of encouragement as they aim to manage these independently. Ensuring tenants arrive at their day placements promptly and collected on time. Actively listening whilst they offload their experiences and process their day with you.

You may need to accompany a tenant to a medical appointment, providing not just physical assistance but a calming, reassuring presence. Perhaps supporting to do some personal shopping, helping them pick out their favourite snacks, guiding them to make budget-conscious choices. The afternoon could include supporting a tenant in tackling laundry, tidying their space, or heading out for a walk and a drink.

Whether it’s fresh air or chatting over a cup of tea, these moments foster a sense of belonging, connection, and trust. Community access is a key part of the role; you might spend time encouraging tenants to engage with hobbies and interests—whether that’s joining a community group, exploring a love for music, or going for a swim. You may also support to reconnect with an old friend or maintain family relationships, offering confidence and motivation to nurture these bonds.

In the evening, you may need to assist with preparing dinner or tidying up, always encouraging independence while providing just enough support to ensure they feel empowered and capable. By the end of your shift, you’ll reflect on the small but meaningful victories of the day. This role balances practical assistance with emotional support, championing tenants’ autonomy and individuality.

• Previous experience working within the care industry
• Experience of working with learning disabilities, including autism
• Ability to work alternate weekends, with 4-6 sleep-ins per 4-week rota
• Must have the right to work in the UK
• Must have a good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively
• Must have an enhanced DBS or willingness to undertake one
• Driver preferred

• Competitive pay rate £13 per hour plus £65 per night for sleep ins
• Full induction training
• Refer a friend bonus £500, subject to terms and conditions
• Ongoing training in house and via an online training portal
• Continuous Professional Development Programme with access to national qualifications

Call Sarah our Recruitment Manager on  or email  for more details.