Discovery Learning Disability Support

Discovery Learning Disability Support Discovery supports autistic adults & people with learning disabilities in Somerset

We are a new social enterprise formed from a ground breaking partnership between Dimensions and Somerset County Council, together with customers, staff, family and carers. We are driven by our values – Ambition, Partnership, Integrity, Respect and Courage. We support people with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behavior and complex needs.

🥳 We're so proud and excited for our Discovery teams celebrating at the GBcareawards last night!Congratulations to Keina...
14/11/2025

🥳 We're so proud and excited for our Discovery teams celebrating at the GBcareawards last night!

Congratulations to Keinan, Nicola and the Coach House team who won and are headed for the national finals.

😍 And a huge hug and glass of bubbly for all our finalists and nominees who set the standard for great person centred care.

https://www.dimensions-uk.org/news-item/discovery-colleagues-honoured-at-the-great-british-care-awards/

[Photo shows Keinan with short brown hair and beard in a red shirt supporting Nigel, an older man with white hair wearing cream]

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11/11/2025

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🎉 Congratulations, Linda, on successfully achieving your Level 2 in Carriage Driving with the RDA (Riding for the Disabl...
11/11/2025

🎉 Congratulations, Linda, on successfully achieving your Level 2 in Carriage Driving with the RDA (Riding for the Disabled Association)! 🌟

Linda has shown incredible dedication and determination over the past few months, working consistently and putting in the effort to reach this amazing milestone. With the continued encouragement and support from the whole Street Outreach team, she has truly excelled and achieved something to be very proud of. 👏

Well done, Linda — you’ve worked so hard and absolutely smashed it! 🌟

On Tuesday, our Street Interns visited Clarks Village to raise awareness about and promote accessibility for neurodive...
06/11/2025

On Tuesday, our Street Interns visited Clarks Village to raise awareness about and promote accessibility for neurodiverse individuals in retail spaces.

They also shared information with local shoppers and store staff about the inclusive services available at Clarks Village, including:

💚Sensory backpacks with fidgets, lanyards, and ear defenders

🌟Quiet spaces available to book

☀️Mobility scooters for customer use

💚QR codes providing sign language interpretation

🌟Weekly Quiet Time for a calmer shopping experience

All free services too!
Clarks Village

🌟 Intern Spotlight: Jude at Bournemouth Marriott! 🌟Jude, one of our amazing BCP Supported Internship programme interns, ...
06/11/2025

🌟 Intern Spotlight: Jude at Bournemouth Marriott! 🌟

Jude, one of our amazing BCP Supported Internship programme interns, is thriving at the Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel. He’s become a valued member of the Conferences and Banqueting Team, trusted to take on tasks independently and delivering brilliantly.

Here he is helping prepare a private function area for Premier League teams staying before matches against AFC Bournemouth. The HR Manager says: “He’s been a huge hit with the team!”

Well done, Jude! Your hard work and great attitude are shining bright💚



Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel BCP Council

A huge congratulations to Ryan and Kevin from Street Outreach , who both received awards for Glastonbury in Bloom.🌟Ryan ...
05/11/2025

A huge congratulations to Ryan and Kevin from Street Outreach , who both received awards for Glastonbury in Bloom.🌟

Ryan was also honoured with a special individual award, and together they celebrated winning Best Community Space for the Red Brick Building Community Garden, where they both volunteer.💚

We’re still hiring!💚We are excited to announce that we are looking for 3 supported Internship Trainers to join our growi...
04/11/2025

We’re still hiring!💚

We are excited to announce that we are looking for 3 supported Internship Trainers to join our growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference and support young people with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism in their professional journey and help them be part of a dedicated, passionate team.🌟

We currently have openings in 3 locations:

📍Frome - https://www.discoverycareers.uk/job/supported-internship-trainer-job-coach-4898

📍Yeovil - https://www.discoverycareers.uk/job/project-search-trainer-job-coach-term-time-4899

📍Poole - https://www.discoverycareers.uk/job/supported-internship-trainer-job-coach-4900

If you have any more questions please reach out we’d love to hear from you!

We’re delighted to be hosting the next Somerset Disability Confident Employer Network Event!🎊Whether you're just startin...
04/11/2025

We’re delighted to be hosting the next Somerset Disability Confident Employer Network Event!🎊

Whether you're just starting your journey with the scheme or are already a committed Disability Confident Leader — everyone is welcome.

As a Disability Confident Leader we will be giving a short presentation on what Supported Employment is all about and how we can support employers to create meaningful opportunities for autistic people and adults with learning disabilities.

There will be opportunities to:

⚫ Share best practices
⚫ Learn how to create more inclusive workplaces
⚫ Connect with other professionals who are passionate about inclusion

10am on 13th November at Bridgwater YMCA

Sign up now via Eventbrite: https://tinyurl.com/ytdbb5tb

Linda was supported by Jackie from the Street Outreach Team to plan and enjoy a lovely holiday.Linda had a special wish ...
03/11/2025

Linda was supported by Jackie from the Street Outreach Team to plan and enjoy a lovely holiday.

Linda had a special wish list — she wanted to stay near the coast , find a lodge with a hot tub, and visit places that held happy memories from her childhood.

Together, Linda and Jackie searched online to find the perfect destination. The holiday was a wonderful experience, and at times quite emotional for Linda as it brought back many fond memories . She’s already excitedly looking into where she might go next year 😊.

30/10/2025

Kay makes sausage pasta bake. Oooh lovely autumn vibes!

"I enjoy making it and being healthy. My favourite vegetable is definitely mushroom." Kay

Thank you Mary for your brilliant support and for sharing this with us. Well done Kay!

🌟 Inspiring Futures at Polden Bower School 🌟Chloe (Regional Outreach Manager) and Jayne (Training team) - had a brillian...
29/10/2025

🌟 Inspiring Futures at Polden Bower School 🌟

Chloe (Regional Outreach Manager) and Jayne (Training team) - had a brilliant time at the Futures Fair - raising aspirations and helping students, parents, and carers explore the many options available for life after school.

🔹 The Outreach Team shared how they provide one-to-one support to help people achieve meaningful goals -like independent travel, getting involved in voluntary work and other steps to independence.

🔹 The Supported Employment Team were there to talk about supported internships, our partnership work with employers and to share our passion for helping adults with learning disabilities and autistic people into meaningful, paid work.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by to chat and made the event so positive!

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