Bank Support Worker

Voyage Care; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Trowbridge seeks a Bank Support Worker to help individuals gain independence and participate in community activities. This role involves assisting with personal care and planning enjoyable outings. Ideal candidates should have a caring attitude and some experience with individuals requiring enhanced support. Competitive pay with additional benefits provided.

Benefits

Enhanced evening and weekend pay

Premium overtime rates

Wagestream access

Funded Blue Light Card

24/7 doctor line

Qualifications

• Preferably hold a full UK driving license.
• Experience in supporting individuals with mental health conditions and autism.
• Willingness to learn and a caring attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to gain independence in daily living.
• Assist with personal care in accordance with care plans.
• Encourage participation in community activities.
• Plan enjoyable activities and outings.
• Collaborate with the team for person-centered support.
• Document observations and progress.

Skills

Positive Behaviour Support

Flexibility

Resilience

Personal care

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Bank Support Worker – Trowbridge (Wiltshire) £12.21 per hr plus sleep in allowance. Typical shifts: 07:00–15:00, 15:00–22:00, 08:00–17:00 plus at least 1 sleep in per week.

Join Voyage Care and feel valued. We reward your dedication with enhanced evening and weekend pay (additional 50p per hour, terms apply), premium overtime rates (additional £1 per hour, terms apply), Wagestream (draw up to 40% of earned pay), funded Blue Light Card with discounts, 24/7 doctor line for colleagues and families, access to cash plans, enhanced retirement leave, and long service awards.

Our supported living service in Trowbridge, Wiltshire, is a welcoming environment where no two days are the same. You’ll help people gain more independence by teaching life skills, supporting personal care, encouraging local community access, socialising, and participating in activities. One day you could be out with the people we support in local bars and pubs; the next you could be unwinding with them playing video games, watching films, or going to the cinema. This role is an opportunity to make a real difference and help individuals grow in confidence and independence toward their goals (e.g., cooking dinner for themselves or holidays).

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to gain independence in daily living and life skills.
• Assist with personal care as required and in accordance with care plans.
• Encourage participation in community activities and socialisation.
• Plan and support enjoyable activities, outings, and everyday experiences.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver person-centered support and positive behavioural approaches.
• Document observations and progress as part of reflective practice.

Qualifications and qualities

• Preferably hold a full UK driving license.
• Resilient, flexible, and composed in approach.
• Experience following Positive Behaviour Support plans and reflective practice.
• Experience working with individuals requiring enhanced support, including behaviours of distress, mental health conditions, autism, forensic histories, and people who have experienced trauma.

Why choose us?

You don’t need prior experience to be a fantastic Support Worker. A passion for enhancing quality of life, a willingness to learn, and a genuine caring attitude are key. We value diversity and support you to Be You while developing your skills and career through our training and progression opportunities.

We offer sector-leading career progression, excellent training from induction onward, and opportunities for promotion and job security in a leading organisation. All applicants and offers are subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references.