Senior Support Worker

Job description

This position is restricted to female applicants only as a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, because the role involves providing personal care to women where it is necessary to preserve their dignity and privacy.

Are you ready to make a real difference in someone's life? We're looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Support Worker to join our Wiltshire Service based in Semington Trowbridge, helping to oversee and deliver high‐quality support. You will report to the Registered Manager, splitting your time between hands‐on support and leadership‐administrative tasks to ensure the service runs smoothly.

About the People You'll Be SupportingYou'll support three female clients with learning disabilities and/or autism. Each person has unique needs, preferences and routines. Some enjoy active community days out, others prefer quieter home‐based activities. Your role will help them live safe, happy, and meaningful lives, while ensuring care is consistent, person‐centred and of the highest quality.

Location and HoursSemington Trowbridge. This is a full‐time role where your week will be split between providing direct support during shifts and completing leadership and administrative tasks.

Benefits

£13.60–13.75 per hour

Refer a Friend scheme: earn up to £500*

Outstanding career development

Fully funded training and career development

Blue Light card discount package

Company pension scheme

Requirements

A minimum of 12 months on your right to work.

Full UK driver's licence.

Level 2 in Health and Social Care, and willingness to work towards Level 3.

Responsibilities

Encourage people to play active roles in their communities and pursue independence.

Support activities of daily living including social activities, personal care, routines, planning and preparation of meals and budgeting.

Communicate effectively using people's chosen methods.

Engage and motivate people to enhance their quality of life.

Specialise in providing positive behavioural support approaches to those who may need it.

Record and report accurate information about changes in health or circumstances of service users to management.

Work as a team player, and also use your own initiative.

All positions are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals, subject to the GOR for female applicants only.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Trowbridge

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English