Support Worker

Support Worker – Learning Disabilities & Autism
Location: Swindon
Pay: £13.00 per hour, £50 per sleep
Job Types: Full-time, part-time and bank positions available
Shifts: Early shifts, late shifts, long days, weekends, bank holidays, sleep-ins and waking nights may be required

Are you a kind, reliable and patient person who wants to make a real difference to people’s lives?

Our client is looking for Support Workers to join their services in Swindon, supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or autism to live as independently as possible within their own homes.

This is a rewarding role where you will help people build confidence, develop daily living skills, access the community, maintain routines, make choices and live with dignity, respect and independence.

Experience in care is welcome, but it is not essential. What matters most is that you have the right values, attitude and commitment.

About the role

As a Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support based around each individual’s needs, wishes and care plan.

Your role may include:

Supporting people with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting and personal routinesEncouraging independence, confidence and choiceSupporting people to access the community, activities, appointments and social opportunitiesProviding emotional support and promoting wellbeingSupporting personal care where requiredHelping people maintain relationships with family, friends and others important to themWorking in line with person-centred care plansKeeping accurate records and communicating clearly with the wider teamPromoting dignity, inclusion, safety and respect at all times

You will be working in people’s homes, so it is important that you are respectful, professional and understand that the people we support should feel safe, listened to and in control of their own lives.

About you

We are looking for someone who is:

Kind, caring, patient and respectfulReliable, punctual and committedPositive, motivated and willing to learnAble to work well as part of a teamConfident using their own initiativeCalm, resilient and able to adapt to different situationsFlexible with working hours, including weekends and bank holidaysCommitted to supporting people in a person-centred wayLooking for a long-term role where they can develop

Previous care experience is desirable, but not essential. Full training will be provided.

You must already have the right to work in the UK.

A driver is not essential, but would be preferred.

Shift patterns

Shifts may include:

7:00am – 3:00pm3:00pm – 10:00pm7:00am – 10:00pmSleep-insWaking nightsWeekend and bank holiday shifts on a rota basis

Flexibility is important so we can meet the needs of the people we support.

What we offer

£13.00 per hourFull-time, part-time and bank opportunitiesOvertime availablePaid Enhanced DBS checkFull induction and mandatory trainingOngoing training and developmentOpportunity to complete NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 in Health & Social CareCareer progression opportunities, including Senior/Shift Leader developmentEmployee of the Month schemeFlourish RewardsFree parkingSupportive management and team environment

About

This service supports people with learning disabilities, autism, mental health and complex health needs. The organisation’s aim is to help people build confidence, develop independence and live a fuller life with the right support around them.

Services are located near Swindon town centre with access to local amenities, colleges, leisure facilities and public transport.

Apply now

If you are compassionate, reliable and want a role where you can genuinely make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.