Support Worker in Chippenham inChippenham PUBLISHED FRI 7 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
£13.47 to £13.90 an hour plus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts
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Wiltshire Council rmaBDEaEK
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Support vulnerable adults at home across Chippenham (SN15) with Wiltshire Council’s Wiltshire Support at Home service. This permanent Support Worker role offers full- and part-time contracts (37, 35 and 24 hours) on a rota between 7am–10pm, 365 days a year, with pay of £13.47–£13.90 per hour plus 10% for qualifying unsocial hours. You’ll deliver short- to mid-term care following hospital discharge or Rapid Response referrals — supporting with washing, dressing, meal preparation, mobility and moving & positioning, safe use of equipment, accurate record-keeping and safeguarding. The role suits caring, dependable people — particularly women jobseekers and carers — who can work both independently and as part of a team and who want practical, community-based work that helps people retain independence.
Wiltshire Council offers clear training and progression, including the Care Certificate, diploma pathways, regular supervision and a supportive ‘One Council’ culture. Basic literacy and a willingness to train are essential; previous care experience is helpful but not required. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for appointment. For full details and to apply, please click the "Apply Now" button alongside this advert — you can also find more information on jobsincare.com. Applications are reviewed weekly while the advert is live.
Wiltshire Council offers clear training and progression, including the Care Certificate, diploma pathways, regular supervision and a supportive ‘One Council’ culture. Basic literacy and a willingness to train are essential; previous care experience is helpful but not required. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for appointment. For full details and to apply, please click the "Apply Now" button alongside this advert — you can also find more information on jobsincare.com. Applications are reviewed weekly while the advert is live.
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.
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