Support Worker
| Company: | Dimensions |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.70 to £13.70 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Chippenham, SN14 0BF |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 2 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 2 Dec 2026 |
Summary
Support Worker - Chippenham (SN14)
Location: Chippenham (SN14)
Hours: Full Time - Up to 45 hours per week
Pay: £13.70 per hour | Up to £32,058 per year | £50 per sleep-in shift
Aspiring Drivers Welcome - Supported Learn to Drive Scheme Available
About Dimensions
At Dimensions, you'll find more than a job - you'll find purpose, belonging, and the support to thrive. Your voice matters, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your growth is celebrated. Together, we make a real difference - for the people we support and for you.
Thanks to our amazing teams, Dimensions Group has been accredited as a
Great Place to Work for 2026 — our eighth consecutive year of recognition.
"Love the job role, some days it doesn't feel like work at all!"
- Current Support Worker
If you enjoy variety, building relationships and no two days being quite the same, this could be the perfect opportunity. This role offers the chance to work across a range of support settings in the Chippenham area, supporting different people, developing new skills and gaining experience across a variety of support needs.
About the role
We're looking for positive, energetic and compassionate
Support Workers to join our Chippenham team.
Rather than being based in one location, you'll work across a variety of support settings, providing high-quality support wherever it's needed. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys meeting different people, learning new skills and working in a role that offers genuine variety.
You will support people with a range of needs, including people with learning disabilities, autistic people and people with complex support needs, including some people with
Profound or Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD).
Support may be provided on an individual basis or alongside colleagues, depending on the needs of the person being supported.
The people we support enjoy a wide range of interests, including:
* Arts and crafts
* Socialising with friends and family
* Meals out and trips into town
* Holidays and planning future adventures
* Sensory activities
* Sports and leisure activities
* Shopping trips
* Exploring new opportunities and experiences
* Spending time doing the things that matter to them
Support may include:
* Supporting people with their personal care
* Using hoists and specialist equipment
* Supporting wheelchair users
* Supporting people with eating and drinking
* Meal preparation
* Administering medication
* Supporting communication in personalised ways
* Supporting people to attend appointments and activities
* Supporting people to maintain their independence
* Building positive relationships with family members and professionals
* Supporting people to do the things that matter to them
This is a highly collaborative role where teamwork, flexibility and a positive attitude are key to helping people achieve great outcomes.
Shifts
A variety of shifts are available, including:
* Early shifts
* Late shifts
* Long days
* Sleep-in shifts (£50 paid per sleep-in)
* Alternating weekend working
Rotas are provided in advance to support planning and work-life balance.
Flexibility is important as you'll be working across different support settings and supporting a variety of people.
About you
You'll be a great fit if you're:
* Positive, enthusiastic and caring
* A strong team player
* Adaptable and flexible
* Someone who enjoys variety in their role
* Comfortable supporting people with a range of support needs
* Confident using your initiative
* Passionate about supporting people to live fulfilling lives
* Keen to build meaningful relationships
* Someone who enjoys helping people explore new opportunities and experiences
* Open to learning new skills and developing your career
Previous support experience is welcome but not essential. We're looking for people with the right values and attitude, and we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.
Rewards that make a difference
* A competitive pay rate with uplift for overtime you choose to work
* 30 days paid
Annual Leave (including public holidays - pro rata)
* Opportunities for
career progression
* Supported 'Learn to Drive' scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
* We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday
* High Street Discounts - Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
* Life Assurance and Company Pension
* Industry leading training
* Enhanced DBS paid for by us
Apply now
* An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
* We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce.
* As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees.
* As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.
* We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.
Use of AI in the recruitment process
AI can help you research and refine your application, but everything you submit should reflect your genuine skills and experience. Please ensure your application represents your own voice and abilities.
If you use assistive technology or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are committed to supporting you where we can. Please let us know in advance so we can ensure appropriate arrangements are in place.
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