Compassionate Support Worker: Enable Independence

Colonial Group; Swindon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Learning and development

Nationally recognised qualifications

Flexible working

Occupational Sick Pay

Health Cash Plan (£695 cashback)

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Free enhanced DBS check

Dayforce Wallet

Employee referral scheme

Employee Assistance Programme from day

Company pension scheme

Job summary

Milestones Trust in Swindon is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist people living in supported living and outreach services in Stratton St Margaret. You will promote independence, dignity and wellbeing while enabling people to live in their own homes and communities.

The role requires flexibility to cover evenings, weekends and bank holidays, and involves personal care, medication administration, and routine documentation.

Qualifications

• Caring, compassionate and reliable approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Basic IT skills and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Commitment to promoting equality, inclusion and person-centred support.

Responsibilities

• Support people with daily living tasks including cooking, cleaning, shopping, budgeting and appointments.
• Provide personal care where required and support individuals to maintain health and wellbeing.
• Administer medication in line with training and policies.
• Encourage independence, choice and community participation.
• Follow support plans, risk assessments and positive behaviour strategies.
• Maintain accurate records and complete necessary documentation.
• Identify and report safeguarding concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with colleagues, families and professionals to achieve positive outcomes.

Skills

Caring & compassionate

Good communication

Flexibility with hours

Basic IT & record-keeping

Equality & inclusion

Education

Health & Social Care qualification (Level 2+)

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Milestones Trust in Swindon is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist people living in supported living and outreach services in Stratton St Margaret. You will promote independence, dignity and wellbeing while enabling people to live in their own homes and communities.

The role requires flexibility to cover evenings, weekends and bank holidays, and involves personal care, medication administration, and routine documentation.