Looking for work in Shepton Mallet? Whether you're dreaming of a new desk, a new spade, or just a decent paycheque, there are some tempting jobs up for grabs this week. From CCTV tech roles to forest school instructors, here's what's hiring locally right now — with a few perks, a few quirks, and plenty to talk about down the pub.

Over in town, if you're a bit of a tech whisperer and enjoy keeping the wheels of industry turning, iFacility is hiring for a role in security systems support. Think less Mr Robot, more making sure Greggs' CCTV doesn't miss a sausage roll theft. It's based in Shepton, full-time, and starts at £25K – plus they'll throw in free coffee and squash.

If you prefer your office on wheels, Class 1 day drivers are needed immediately. You'll be hauling palletised goods between depots, which may not sound glamorous, but at £16 an hour, it's not to be sniffed at.

Those with a refined palate and a science brain might want to take a look at this role as a senior NPD technologist. Based in Shepton, it's about dreaming up new food and drink creations – perfect if you've ever thought, "What this juice really needs is glitter."

Fancy trading in the high-vis for a whiteboard? Wessex Lodge School is recruiting a qualified teacher to help young people with autism and learning difficulties thrive. It's based just outside Shepton in Frome, comes with a decent salary and a real sense of purpose. You'll need QTS and a heart.

More of an outdoorsy type? Skip the classroom and head straight to the woods as an Outdoor/Sport/Forest School Instructor instead. It's at the same school and perfect if you know your way around a climbing rope and can teach archery without anyone losing an eye.

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For those who prefer concrete to kids, there's a short-term opening for a groundworker in Shepton – two weeks, £21 an hour, and all the digging and concreting your knees can handle.

Meanwhile, over in Bruton, an experienced housekeeper is needed to keep a prestigious arts centre spick and span. Think less folding towels at Travelodge, more keeping things tidy for creatives and curators. It's permanent, full or part-time, and pays £13 an hour.

Finally, if you've got energy to burn and a knack for entertaining people, Cary Brooks care home is looking for an activities coordinator in Castle Cary. You'll be bringing joy to residents' days, which is a pretty good reason to get out of bed in the morning – especially at £13.26 an hour on weekends.

That's your lot for this week – whether you're wielding a mop, a mouse, or a mechanical grab arm, Shepton's got something with your name on it.