Support Worker

1 week ago

Melksham, United Kingdom Autonomy Care Limited Full time

**Make a Real Difference Every Day**

At **Autonomy Care**, we’re committed to supporting adults to live happy, safe, and fulfilling lives in their own homes and communities. Whether it’s providing companionship, practical support, or personal care, our team helps individuals maintain their independence and dignity — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

This role combines both **domiciliary care** and **supported living** across a range of locations. If you're passionate about person-centred care, love variety in your day, and want to work in a supportive team — we’d love to hear from you.

**What You’ll Do as a Support Worker**

No two days are the same — you’ll be providing a mix of practical support, personal care, and emotional encouragement, depending on each person’s individual needs. Your role may include:

- Supporting with **daily tasks** such as shopping, meal preparation, light housework, and medication reminders
- Providing **companionship** to promote emotional wellbeing
- Assisting in the kitchen and encouraging involvement in meal planning and preparation
- Planning and participating in **fun activities** at home and in the community
- Accompanying individuals on **day trips and outings**:

- Supporting with **personal care** (washing, dressing, toileting) with dignity and respect
- Completing accurate documentation and care records

**What We’re Looking For**

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

- A **full UK driving licence** and access to a **vehicle**:

- A genuine passion for helping others live independently and confidently
- Flexible and adaptable will to go the extra mile to make a positive difference to someones life
- Enthusiastic with excellent communication skills committed to developing positive working relationships

**Join us and you can expect**
- Weekday Days up to £12.35 per hour
- Weekday Evenings up to £13.00 per hour
- Weekend Days up to £13.00 per hour
- Weekend Evenings up to £14.00 per hour
- Bank Holiday (Time and a half)
- Paid business mileage (45p for cars)
- Holiday top-up payments made for regular over time (T&C's)
- Sleep in rate £80.19 per night

**Shifts**
- Domiciliary care calls typically between 7am and 10pm
- Supported Living 9:00am - 10.00pm, 24 hour shifts are 9:45am - 10.00pm, sleep in, 7.00am - 10.00am
- Working alternate weekends essential

**Benefits**
- Employee referral scheme (earn up to £300)*
- Long service awards
- Employee of the month awards
- Access to blue light card discounts
- Full time Mental Health First Aiders who are there for you when you need them
- 24 hour confidential employee advice line
- Mandatory Training provided

**We are currently not offering sponsorship for this position**

**Safeguarding Commitment**

We are committed to the safety and well-being of the individuals who use our services and promote safer recruitment practices.

**Equal Opportunities Statement**

We are a disability confident employer

We are a mental health at work committed employer

Care Assistant / Care Worker / Carer / HCA / Community Care Worker / Domiciliary Care Worker / Health Care Assistant / Home Care Support Worker / Skilled Worker / Sponsorship / Health and Care Visa

Pay: £12.35-£14.00 per hour

Application question(s):

- Do you require Sponsorship?

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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