Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire
Type: Part-time, Flexible working (27 hours per week)
Salary (£): £23,893 – £24,702 a year (Plus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts)
About Wiltshire Council
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, known for its ‘One Council’ ethos. Their focus is on creating a supportive work environment for their employees, providing opportunities for progression and personal development. They believe in nurturing talent from within, offering extensive training, diploma opportunities, and a wide range of benefits.
Job details
Benefits
- Welcome payment of £1300 (subject to tax and NI), split into two payments: £650 on starting and £650 upon successful completion of probation
- Extensive training and development opportunities
- Flexible working hours, with rota basis between 7am to 10pm
- 10% unsocial hours pay for qualifying shifts
- Opportunity to work in a friendly, welcoming environment
- Progression opportunities within the council
Requirements
- Passion for helping others and making a real difference in people’s lives
- Care Certificate or equivalent skills and experience
- Basic knowledge of safeguarding and community care regulations
- Willingness to undertake required training
- Experience in providing care and support to the elderly or people with learning disabilities (desirable)
Salary Details
£23,893 – £24,702 pro rata, plus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts.
About the Role
As a Support Worker at Wiltshire Support at Home, you will be part of a team providing short-term homecare services to those recently discharged from hospitals or individuals requiring rapid response support at home. The role involves preventing, reducing, and delaying the need for long-term care by promoting independence. You will be working closely with people in the community to help them live their best lives. This role requires availability on a rota basis from 7am to 10pm, 365 days a year.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide short to mid-term homecare support to promote independence
- Assist individuals recently discharged from hospital or under the care of the Rapid Response Service
- Support individuals in regaining their independence and preventing long-term care needs
- Work collaboratively with the team and other healthcare professionals
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality care services
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Wiltshire Council welcomes applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Wiltshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, as well as promoting diversity and inclusion in both employment and service delivery.
Employer Details
Company Name: Wiltshire Council
Address: Bourne Hill, Salisbury, SP1 3UZ
Contact: Jamie-Lee Hudson, jamie-lee.hudson@wiltshire.gov.uk, 01225 718784
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Application Process
Please submit your application using the link below.
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