Floating Support Worker - Minehead, Williton & Surrounding Areas
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£15.54 per hour
Full & Part-Time Contracts Available.
Driving licence, access to a car & business insurance essential
Be the difference across multiple homes
Looking for a role where you can make an impact, develop your skills, and enjoy true variety As a Floating Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting our homes across Minehead, Williton and the surrounding areas—stepping in where you're needed most and helping teams thrive.
At Discovery, we're proud to support people with learning disabilities and autism to live the lives they choose—independently, confidently and with purpose. Our floating team is key to making that happen.
What makes this role unique
This is not your typical support worker role. As part of our fully trained, specialist floating team, you'll:
Provide reliable, consistent backfill to our core homes
Be the first choice alternative to agency staff
Help reduce pressure on teams, giving managers the space to focus on quality and growth
Experience real variety—working in one home for a period, or across different homes week to week
You might support a service through a staffing gap, help stabilise a team, or assist during a period of change. Every placement has purpose—and your impact is immediate.
What you'll be doing
You'll support adults with learning disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives by:
Building positive, trusting relationships
Supporting daily routines, including personal care, meals and finances
Encouraging independence, confidence and choice
Supporting people in the home and out in their community
Working as part of different teams to deliver safe, consistent, high-quality care
What we're looking for
We're looking for people who are:
Adaptable - comfortable working in different environments
Reliable and flexible - able to work a variety of shifts, including weekends
Competent and willing to learn - full training provided
Experienced & Values-Driven - previous experience in a care setting is essential
Committed to high standards - compliant, professional and person-centred
You'll also need to:
Commute to the home you are working in (up to 1 hour from your home address)
Use your own car for work and have (or be willing to obtain) business insurance
What you'll get in return
Fully paid training to ensure you feel confident and capable in every service
The opportunity to be part of a growing, specialist team
Ongoing development and recognised qualifications
A rewarding role where your work makes a visible difference every day
Why join our floating team
Our homes have strong core teams—and when they need extra support, that's where you come in. You'll help keep services running smoothly, reduce reliance on agency staff, and bring consistency to the people we support.
It's a role that's dynamic, valued, and essential —with the chance to grow your skills across a wide range of settings.
Apply now Applications are reviewed as they are received. Interviews will continue until the roles are filled.
An enhanced DBS check is required for this role (cost covered by Discovery).
We welcome applications from everyone with the right to work in the UK and are proud to be Disability Confident Leaders. We guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
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Floating Support Worker in Minehead employer: Confidential
As a leading employer in the data centre operations sector, we offer an exceptional work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and accountability, while our commitment to safety and operational excellence ensures that you will be part of a team that values your contributions. With opportunities for international travel and the chance to lead critical operations across the EMEA region, this role provides a unique platform for impactful leadership and career advancement.
