Support Worker – SN15 (Chippenham Area)
Location: SN15 (Just a 2min Drive From Chippenham Train Station)
Pay: £12.83 Per Hour (£50 Per Sleep-In Shift)
Setting: Supporting one gentleman in his own home
Support Needs: Autism, dysphraxia, non-verbal communication, behaviours of distress
Position: Part-Time (30 Hours Per Week)
Driver Requirement: Preferred
Are you patient, creative, and looking to make a meaningful impact in someone’s life? We’re seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join a close-knit team supporting a remarkable gentleman in his own home in SN15.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a well-established and supportive environment where trust, consistency, and understanding are key.
About the Person You’ll Be Supporting
This gentleman has autism and does not use words to communication but more so through vocalisations, gestures, and his beloved Charlie Bears, which he uses to express himself. He’s intuitive, sensitive to change, and thrives with a team that takes the time to build trust and understand his world.
Since moving into his own home, he’s made incredible progress—his confidence has grown, and incidents of distress have significantly reduced. His team is proud of his journey and committed to helping him continue to thrive.
Your Role
You’ll be part of a team that provides 24/7 support, including:
- Personal care
- 1:1 and occasional 2:1 support
- Sleep-in shifts
- Supporting with routines, transitions, and emotional wellbeing
- Using Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) – full training provided
- Building trust and understanding his unique communication style
Shift Patterns
- Long Day + Sleep-In: 9:30am – 9:30am the following day
- Sleep-In Only: 10:00pm – 7:00am
- 2:1 Support Hours: Flexible throughout the week for activities
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is:
- Patient and intuitive, with a calm but spontaneous approach
- Creative and motivated, able to adapt and engage
- Positive and resilient, with a genuine passion for person-centred care
- Team-oriented, ready to join a strong, consistent support network
- Willing to learn, especially around non-verbal communication and PBS
Experience with behaviours of distress is helpful, but full training will be provided.
Family Involvement
His family is very closely involved and values strong communication with the support team. You’ll be part of a collaborative and caring environment where relationships matter.
Why Choose Dimensions?
- Award-Winning Workplace: Recognised as one of the UK’s best workplaces in the ‘super large’ category by the Great Place to Work Institute seven years in a row.
- Generous Leave: 30 days annual leave pro rata with the option to buy and sell leave.
- Career Development: Paid training and opportunities to further develop your career through funded accredited courses.
- Well-Being Focus: Comprehensive well-being strategy and staff listening network.
- Values-Driven: We put people with learning disabilities and their families at the heart of everything we do.
- Referral Bonus: Receive a £200 bonus if you refer a friend and they’re successfully employed.
- Learn To Drive Scheme: For non-driver opportunities, we cover the cost of driving lessons for colleagues.
- Additional Perks: Bike to Work scheme, discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gym memberships.
Other Important Information
- Immediate Reviews: Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will continue until positions are filled.
- Equality Commitment: Gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 where mentioned. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
- DBS Disclosure: An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be covered by Dimensions.
- Inclusive Workforce: We welcome applications from everyone with the right to work in the UK and value diversity in our workforce.
- Disability Confident: We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
- BSL Support: British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos are available for all of our recruitment communications.
Ready to make a real difference? Apply now and join a team that values you and the incredible work you do!
