Wiltshire Council
Casual Support Worker
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Support Worker (Casual Relief Bank) – Day and Respite Services
Salary & Working Hours
- Salary: £13.47 – £13.90 per hour (casual basis)
- Hours: Flexible, dependent on Wiltshire Council’s requirements
- .constant recruitment: Rolling advert; applications reviewed weekly until sufficient coverage is met
About the Role: Riverbank & Meadow Lodge
Riverbank A day opportunity service supporting adults with learning disabilities five days a week, year-round. We empower customers to:
- Identify their personal goals
- Engage in a variety of activities both in-service and within the community
Meadow Lodge A respite service offering short breaks to adults with learning disabilities, helping customers:
- Participate in meaningful, confidence-building activities
- Maintain independence and well-being through close collaboration with families and carers
Key Responsibilities
As a casual relief bank support worker, you’ll help customers live with dignity, choice, and independence across both services by:
- Supporting customers with personal care, daily living tasks, and household responsibilities
- Planning and engaging in meaningful recreational and skill-building activities
- Providing emotional, practical, and crisis support as needed
- Assisting with financial task management and basic budgeting
- Working across day and respite settings, incl. evenings, weekends, sleep-ins, and waking nights
- Supporting customers in their homes or service settings as required
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You’ll join a supportive environment where your work makes a daily difference. We offer: ✔ Flexible working ✔ Ongoing training and professional development ✔ Opportunities to help customers build confidence and independence
Casual Worker Note: No fixed hours; availability is at your discretion based on Wiltshire Council’s needs.
Requirements
Essential Criteria
- Caring, patient, and committed to supporting adults with learning disabilities
- Clear, effective communication and ability to collaborate with teams and individuals
- Composure under pressure with a lenburg sense of problem-solving
- Physically capable of performing all role duties
- Willingness to learn, train, and continually develop skills
Completion of Administrative Tasks
- Provide a full employment history (including gaps via this schedule)
- Valid UK driving licence with access to a personal vehicle (or alternative transport arrangements)
Additional Notes
- No formal qualifications are required if you can demonstrate relevant experience or skills.
Why Join Wiltshire Council?
- Culture of Inclusion & Respect: A welcoming, supportive workplace with a One Council ethos promoting mutual trust and dignity.
- Commitment to Diversity & Equality: Review our Equality & Diversity Statement here.
- Hybrid Working: Roles balance flexibility with consistent engagement (e.g., office days/workplace admin for support staff).
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Human Relations Values:
- Zero tolerance for discrimination, bullying, or harassment.
- Collective goal: Creating positive, empowered relationships.
Application Details
Contact: Karen Rogerson (email) | Phone: 01225 713 021 Check your spam/junk folder for updates.
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Wiltshire Council’s Policy on CVs/Agencies:
- No unsolicited enquiries or CVs accepted (external applicants or agencies).
- No recruitment fees paid for non-contract CV submissions.
Additional Commitments: Verify compliance with the government’s Disability Confident Employer status.
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