QR code linking to this job posting Support Worker in Chippenham inChippenham PUBLISHED FRI 7 NOV 2025

£13.47 to £13.90 an hour plus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts  PERMANENT 

Wiltshire Council

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Details ?sType=NhsJobs#/reference/6Salary :£13.47 - £13.90 per hour (plus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts)Hours per week:37, 35, & 24 hoursRolling advert:We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received.Wiltshire Support at Home - Your home, Our Support, Your IndependenceIf you are passionate about making a real difference to peoples lives and looking to start your career in the care industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you. We believe in nurturing talent from within, offering extensive training, progression and diploma opportunities available.
Main duties of the job Wiltshire Support at Home offers short-term service for hospital discharges and individuals needing support at home, as part of a rapid response. Their crucial role includes preventing, reducing, and delaying the necessity for long-term care. The service aids those recently discharged from the hospital or under the care of the Rapid Response Service, providing short to mid-term homecare support to promote independence.We are seeking individuals with a genuine passion for helping others who are available on a rota basis between 7am to 10pm 365 days a year. Showcase your caring and friendly attitude. Embrace teamwork while thriving independently and be part of our vision to work with people in the community to live the best life they can!
About us Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.
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Date posted November 2025
Pay scheme Other
Salary £13.47 to £13.90 an hour plus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts
Contract Permanent
Working pattern Full-time, Part-time
Reference number F0041-6Job location sWiltshire CouncilMonkton ParkChippenhamWiltshireSN15 1ER
Job description
Job responsibilities Under the guidance and supervision of the Senior Support Worker (and from time to time other members of the service management team). Your role will be to support the customers with personal care, food preperation and daily living activities. Specific duties and responsibilities include:Work with customers to support them manage and maintain where possible their daily living skills, including washing, dressing, meal preparation, and personal careSafeguard the health, safety and wellbeing of customers as well as colleaguesTake part in staff development programmes, assuming responsibility for own professional development i.e. undertake all mandatory training relevant to the service and part of the training pathway for the role e.g. Care CertificateAssist customers with the use of mobility aids and assistive equipment where requiredAssist customers with moving and positioning, adhering to health & safety requirements as well as organisational policy and proceduresContribute to daily communications, accurate record keeping, recording actions, interventions and incidents in customers recordsParticipate in regular team meetings and customer review meetingsEnsure compliance with the Data Protection Act and maintain customer confidentiality and security of information at all timesCommunicate effectively with the immediate team and other health and social care professionals as appropriateParticipate in own supervisions, appraisals and objective settingAssist the team with general duties if required e.g. office filing, answering telephone calls etcWork as part of the team, offering a flexible approach to staff rosteringAbide by the principles and practice set out in the staff handbook
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Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience which demonstrates ability to undertake the role.An understanding of relevant procedures and working practices.Awareness and understanding of the client group.Training and knowledge in a range of procedures and medical equipment to support clients.Basic knowledge of Wiltshire Council professional groups and external agencies, relevant to therole.Sensitivity and empathy to build trusting and supportive relationships with clients and families.Care skills and basic knowledge of mobility, nutrition and financial issues in order to providepractical, emotional support to clients and families.Ability to follow routines, carry out set care plans, record and monitor changes in client conditionBasic literacy and numeracy.Ability to communicate one to one and in small groups with relevant client group.
Qualifications EssentialCare Certificate or equivalent skills and
Experience with willingness to undertake therequired trainingGeneral level of education to GCSE A*-C or equivalent skills and
Experience Empathy with the elderly and/or people with a disability and an understanding of their needsAbility to work alone and as part of a teamAbility to prioritise and organise own workloadA pleasant and helpful mannerEffective communication both written and oralDesirablePrevious
Experience of providing care and support to the elderly and/or people with a learningdisabilityBasic knowledge of safeguarding.Basic knowledge of regulations relevant to community care
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer
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