Support Worker – Whitworth RoadLocation: SwindonSalary: 13.45 per hourCloses: 23/02/2026Hours: 38.5 Support Worker – Residential Services
£13.45 per hour
Full Time | Part Time | Bank Opportunities Available
Brand New Service | Join Our Start-Up TeamThis service does not hold a sponsorship licence, therefore we are not able to offer sponsorship Are you caring, reliable and passionate about making a real difference? This is an exciting opportunity to join a brand-new residential service with Iris Care Group and become part of a founding start-up team.If you want to help shape a service from the very beginning and be part of building a positive, person-centred culture from day one, this role is for you.About the RoleIn this role, you will support individuals with Autism, Learning Disabilities, Behaviours of Concern, Physical Disabilities, Mental Health conditions, Epilepsy and Complex Needs.You will deliver high-quality, person-centred support aligned with our Building Better Lives (BBL) framework and the principles of Active Support, ensuring every individual is supported to live as an equal citizen.As this is a new service opening, you will play a key role in creating a warm, safe and homely environment that meets CQC’s “Right support, right care, right culture” standards from the outset.Your focus will be to provide reliable, personalised support that reflects each individual’s goals, wishes and aspirations, always respecting that you are supporting someone in their own home.You may occasionally be asked to work across different services to ensure flexible, person-centred support.Key ResponsibilitiesPromote independence, life skills and informed choice in line with individual support plansFollow Positive Behaviour Plans and record incidents accuratelySupport individuals to communicate their needs and preferences using appropriate communication approachesMaintain dignity, privacy and confidentiality at all times in line with GDPR and organisational policyAct as a keyworker where required, ensuring individuals’ voices are heardSupport people to maintain relationships and develop social networksEnable access to community facilities, activities and meaningful opportunitiesComplete medication training and administer medication following competency assessmentSupport with health, wellbeing and personal care, including continence care if requiredProvide emotional support during challenging or difficult timesWork consistently as part of a team to ensure high standards of careMaintain accurate daily records and follow safeguarding proceduresYou will help establish strong team values, consistency of practice and a positive culture within this brand new service.Essential:Willingness to complete all required trainingWillingness to work towards a Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social CareGood basic literacy, numeracy and communication skillsBasic IT skillsCaring, empathetic and person-centred valuesAbility to work independently and as part of a teamFlexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidaysDesirable:Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or working towards)Experience supporting individuals with Autism, Learning Disabilities or Complex NeedsExperience assisting individuals with mobility or physical health needsFull UK driving licenceWhy Join Iris Care Group?Competitive pay rate of £13.45 per hourOpportunity to be part of a brand new start-up teamFull induction and ongoing trainingOpportunities to gain recognised qualificationsSupportive leadership and clear career progressionThe chance to build something meaningful from the ground upIf you are compassionate, motivated and ready to help shape a new service while supporting people to build better lives, we would love to hear from you.
Read Less
