Work, Jobs in Bishops Lydeard, Som (with Salaries)

Rough Sleeping Officer
Somerset Council —Bridgwater
- £28,598 - £32,061 a year
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
- IT
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
14d
Event Coordinator and Administration Assistant
Somerset Federation of Young Farmers Clubs —Bridgwater
- £13 - £15 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Free parking
Quick apply
Store Assistant
Aldi —Wellington
- £13.50 - £14.47 an hour
- Day shift
- Customer service
- Annual leave
14d
Food Production Supervisor
Emmi Desserts Taunton —Taunton
- £14.81 an hour
- Supervising experience
- Bakery
- In-person
- Employee discount
Quick apply
14d
Maternity Temp Sales Advisor
PetsCorner —Wellington
- £10.85 - £12.71 an hour
- Temporary
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- IT
- Employee discount
14d
Stock Assistant
Aldi —Wellington
- £13.12 an hour
- Customer service
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
14d
Individual Giving Manager
British Hen Welfare Trust —South Molton
- £35,000 - £40,000 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- CRM software
- Salesforce
- Analysis skills
- Work from home
Quick apply
Office Administrator
Abacus Construction Ltd —Wellington
- £15 - £16 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Administrative experience
Quick apply
12d
Postperson with Driving
Royal Mail Group —Taunton
- Full-time
- Employee discount
Food & Beverage/Cafe Manager
Flip Out Somerset —Wellington
- £15.25 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Serving
- Hospitality
- Management
- Free parking
- Store discount
Quick apply
4d
Client Engagement Executive
W G Hawkins & C J Thorne —Taunton
- £28,000 - £35,000 a year
- Part-time
- English
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Free parking
Quick apply
Museum and Heritage Officer
Bridgwater Town Council —Bridgwater
- £29,064 - £31,022 a year
- Weekend availability
- Management
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
Quick apply
6d
Customer Advisor
Pavers —Wellington
- £13.00 - £13.50 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Cut flower grower and gardener
Sorelle —Axminster
- £20 - £24 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Hand tools
- Free parking
Quick apply
5d
Back of House Nandoca
Nandos —Taunton
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- School
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Sunday Sales Advisor
PetsCorner —Wellington
- £10.85 - £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- IT
- Employee discount
14d
Retail Sales Advisor - Taunton
Oak Furnitureland —Taunton
- £44,700 - £49,950 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Retail sales
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
Porter
Nuffield Health —Taunton
- £25,038 a year
- Full-time
- Patient care
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
Sales Assistant
Card Factory —Taunton
- Communication skills
- Flexible schedule
Store Manager 2026
Coffee#1 —Taunton
- £31,150 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Customer service
- No experience needed
- Employee discount

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Rough Sleeping Officer

Somerset Council -
Bridgwater

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Job details

Full-time | Fixed term contract
£28,598 - £32,061 a year
14 days ago

Benefits

Annual leave

Qualifications

First Aid Certification
IT
Communication skills

Full job description

Date: 23 Jun 2026

Location: Bridgwater, GB, TA6 3AR

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Company: Somerset Council

Closing Date: 7 July 2026

Salary: Grade 12 ranging from £28,598 to £32,061per annum

This is an opportunity to make a real and lasting difference to the lives of people experiencing rough sleeping. As a Rough Sleeping Officer, you will work on the frontline, providing compassionate, practical support to some of the most vulnerable people in our communities. Through outreach, assessment, and partnership working, you will help individuals move towards safer, more stable housing and improved wellbeing across Somerset.

Role Summary

The Rough Sleeping Officer plays a vital role in Somerset Council’s work to reduce rough sleeping. Reporting to the Senior Operational Manager for Rough Sleeping and Homelessness, the role focuses on outreach engagement, needs assessment, and the delivery of personalised support. Working closely with statutory and non‑statutory partners, the postholder supports individuals sleeping rough to access housing, health, and support services, advocating on their behalf and helping to coordinate effective, joined‑up responses to homelessness.

What you'll do - Key Responsibilities

Carry out regular outreach activity to identify and engage people sleeping rough
Assess individual needs and develop personalised support plans
Provide direct support and advocacy to help people access housing, healthcare, and essential services
Work collaboratively with statutory and non‑statutory services, housing providers, and support agencies
Monitor and review support plans, adjusting interventions as required
Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date records of engagement and outcomes
Participate in multi‑agency meetings and case conferences
Contribute to raising awareness of rough sleeping issues within the community
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures
Provide regular progress reports to the Senior Operational Manager

What We’re Looking For – Knowledge, Experience and Skills

Essential

Knowledge

Understanding of homelessness and rough sleeping issues, including housing legislation, policies, and local support services
Familiarity with safeguarding practices, data protection, and confidentiality requirements
Knowledge of mental health and substance misuse issues

Experience

Experience working with vulnerable people, particularly those experiencing homelessness
Experience developing and reviewing support plans through outreach and engagement work
Experience of multi‑agency working and partnership collaboration
Experience maintaining accurate records and documentation

Skills and Qualifications

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport
Good organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
Proficiency in using IT systems and databases
Relevant qualification in social work, housing, or a related field
Training in safeguarding and child protection

Desirable

Previous experience in a similar role
Certification in Mental Health First Aid
Qualification in substance misuse support
Training in conflict resolution or de‑escalation techniques
Professional membership with a relevant body

Any Additional Information

28 day’s annual leave (additional to bank holidays).
Full time role – 37 hours
Fixed Term Contract until 31 March 2029
This role may involve working with confidential information and supporting statutory or time‑critical processes. Some flexibility may be required to meet service demands, in line with Somerset Council’s working arrangements.
Regretfully, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. We are only able to proceed with candidates who already have the right to work in the UK without the need for VISA sponsorship.

For an informal chat about the role, you can contact Stacey Tizzard, Sleeping and Homelessness Service Manager via email at [email protected]

A full job description will be provided to shortlisted candidates or on request.

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