Support Worker

Support Worker / Carer

Chippenham, Wiltshire

£13.47 - £13.90 per hour (plus 10% unsocial hours)

Permanent, Full time

Work hours: 37 hours per week

Desirable Skills

Previous experience of providing care and support to the elderly and/or people with a learning disability, Basic knowledge of regulations relevant to community care, Basic knowledge of safeguarding

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Job description

We review and interview applicants every week and will close the advert once we have enough suitable applications. If you are interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as you can.

Wiltshire Support at Home

We provide ongoing care and support to customers while promoting their independence and well-being. Our aim is to help people stay as independent as possible, while recognising that some individuals will still need additional support.

We also offer a short‑term service for hospital discharges or for people who need support at home as part of our rapid response provision.

What you will do

• Support customers with daily living tasks
• Safeguard customers' health, safety, and well-being
• Keep accurate records, maintain confidentiality, and communicate effectively
• Work on a rota basis (between 7 am & 10 pm, 365 days a year)
• Travel across Wiltshire to carry out customer visits

Who we are looking for

• Caring, empathetic, and dependable
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Understanding of elderly or disabled people's needs
• No formal qualifications needed - we will support you to complete the Care Certificate
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

Why join our team?

• Generous Holidays: 26 days, rising to 31 after 5 years
• Career Development: Access to extensive training, progression, and diploma opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies: Maternity, shared parental leave, and more
• Discounts & Cashback: Supermarkets, retailers, holidays, entertainment
• Pension Scheme: A great local government pension

If you are looking for a meaningful role where every day matters, apply now and become part of our supportive team.

Under the Health and Social Care Act (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, individuals involved in regulated activity must provide a full employment history and detail any gaps. Before clicking apply please complete this full employment history form and once completed please attach it to your application form.

We understand that AI tools can support candidates in preparing job applications. However, at Wiltshire Council we value authenticity and encourage applicants to ensure their submissions genuinely reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations.

Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity.

The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.

This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion.

Disability Confident Employer

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