Job Description

JOIN E'S MICRO-TEAM IN WINCANTON

15 HOURS PER WEEK (CONTRACTED AND GUARANTEED), WITH 1 SLEEP-IN A WEEK. Additional hours available if required.

12.72 - 13.03 PER HOUR

63.00 PER SLEEP-IN

E is a 29 year old who lives in her own home in Wincanton and is looking for a support worker to join her team.

E is looking for a chatty and bubbly support worker, who is over 21 years old, with a clean driving licence (due to E having her own mobility car/insurance). E would like support workers to have experience supporting someone with autism and an awareness of mental health.

E loves animals and enjoys day trips to Longleat. E likes Harry Potter, going swimming, bowling, going on holiday and weekends away, going to the cinema and playing board games. E thoroughly enjoys playing on her Play Station 5 and also likes to bake and watch crime documentaries and medical dramas on Netflix.

E is a very independent lady who uses an electric wheelchair, however, does need support to transfer and requires support with personal care.

E tries to live healthy lifestyle and likes going to the gym and swimming.

About You First

You First is a forward-thinking Social Enterprise (CIC) that supports neurodivergent people, people with learning disabilities, and people with mental health challenges.

We specialise in creating bespoke Micro-Teams - small, dedicated groups of support workers chosen by the person supported - who work together to help individuals achieve their goals, hopes, dreams, and aspirations.

When you join You First, you're not just taking a job - you're becoming part of a community built on respect, compassion, and purpose.

Why Work With Us?

We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That's why You First will:

? Offer permanent, full-time, part-time, and casual contracts that fit your lifestyle
? Provide a comprehensive induction with person-specific training and shadow shifts
? Give you access to team communication tools (including Slack for real-time support & feedback)
? Be there when you need us - with a 24-hour on-call support line
? Support your future with an occupational pension
? Prioritise your wellbeing with an Employee Assistance Programme (free & confidential 24/7 counselling for you and your family)
? Cover the cost of your DBS check
? Provide ongoing training, bi-monthly supervision, and support to complete your Care Certificate (in paid time) if you're new to care
? Offer opportunities to study for a nationally recognised Diploma
? Give you your roster 4 weeks in advance via our easy-to-use App

What We're Looking For

A

car driver

(essential) Someone able to work

every other weekend

Experience as a Support Worker (minimum 1 year preferred) Someone who is

kind, reliable, and person-centred

- the right attitude is just as important as experience
The Details

Job type:

15hrs-30hrs per week ( 15hr per shift, with a sleep-in)

Pay:

Weekdays 12.72 per hour. Weekends 13.03 per hour.

Shifts:

24hrs (15hrs supporting + sleep-in)

Location:

Wincanton, Somerset (must be able to reliably commute)

Setting:

Supported living / homecare
Benefits include: casual dress, company pension, employee discounts, free/subsidised travel, wellbeing programme, and referral scheme.

Interested? Let's talk.

For more information, call us on 01458 333147 or email: Hello@youfirstsupportservices.org.uk - we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.72-13.03 per hour

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person