Support Worker – Supported Living (Full-Time)
Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
About the Role
We’re recruiting a full-time Support Worker to join our supported living services in Exminster, supporting adults with mental health needs, learning disabilities, autism, and other complex needs.
This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You’ll play a vital part in helping people live independently, build confidence and achieve meaningful goals in their everyday lives.
About Us
Caraston Support is a warm, friendly, family-owned company where people come first—both the individuals we support and our staff.
We’re committed to your growth and offer a wide range of training opportunities, including the chance to study for:
- NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care
- Diploma Level 5 in Health & Social Care
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll be supporting individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives by:
- Listening to and respecting each person’s choices, supporting informed decision-making
- Encouraging involvement in the local community
- Supporting access to work, education and leisure activities
- Helping individuals build friendships and pursue new interests
- Following personalised support plans to achieve goals and outcomes
- Assisting with daily living tasks while promoting independence
Working Pattern
- Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
- Shifts between 7:00am – 10:00pm
- Sleep-in shifts 10:00pm – 8:00am (approx. 4 per month)
- Rolling rota including weekends
Pay & Enhancements
- Salary range basic £24,784 to £28,672.00 depending on overtime, bank holiday enhancements and sleep in shifts worked.
- Overtime bonus: +£1.50 per hour on top of basic pay
Unsocial Hours Enhancements:
- Saturdays (17:30–22:30): +£1.50/hr
- Sundays (07:30–22:30): +£1.50/hr
- Bank Holidays: +£1.50/hr
- Christmas Day: Double time
- Boxing Day, New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday: Time and a half
- New Year’s Eve (from 22:30): Time and a half
Benefits
- 28 days paid holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- Company pension (NEST)
- Employee Assistance Programme (confidential support for wellbeing, finances, legal advice, and more)
- Ongoing training and development
- Casual dress
- Flexible working patterns
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
What We’re Looking For
- A caring, reliable and positive attitude
- A genuine passion for supporting others
- Ability to work flexibly as part of a team
Desirable (not essential):
- Experience in a support/care environment
- NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
Requirements
- Two satisfactory references
- Enhanced DBS check
- Full, clean driving licence (required – you’ll be driving service users’ mobility vehicles)
- Fluent English
- Ability to reliably commute to or relocate to Exminster
Safety
We have robust infection control procedures in place to protect both staff and the people we support.
Why Join Us?
Because this isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to make a real difference, every single day, in a supportive team that values you as much as the people you care for.
Pay: £24,784.00-£28,672.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
