Support Worker

Dimensions; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 28,587 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Sleep-in enhancements

Mileage paid for work travel

Career progression

DBS paid for

Company pension

Training and support

Job summary

Dimensions is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our team in Chippenham (SN15). You will provide person-centred support to a young man living independently, helping him maintain routines and pursue activities that promote independence and a full life.

This role offers flexible shift patterns (including early and sleep-in shifts) with mileage paid for work travel and a £50 sleep-in supplement. Driving is essential, especially if using your own car with business insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support balancing independence and safety.
• Support daily routines, personal care and household tasks.
• Encourage independence and respect personal space.
• Support community activities, hobbies and social events.
• Build and maintain a strong, trusting relationship with the person supported.

Job description

Support Worker - Chippenham (SN15)

Full Time & Part Time Opportunities Available (37.5 hours per week)

£14.66 per hour + £50 per sleep-in shift Driver Requirement: Use of own car with business insurance - mileage paid

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.

Dimensions is proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work year after year.

About the role

We're looking for a creative, resilient and positive Support Worker to join our team in Chippenham (SN15), supporting a young man with additional needs who lives independently in his own home.

This is a truly unique, relationship-based role where you'll support someone to maintain independence while living a full and active life. You'll need to know when to step in and when to step back - building trust, confidence and mutual respect.

Who you will be supporting

You'll be supporting a sociable and independent young man who enjoys a wide range of interests, including:

• Walking and tracking his steps
• Bus rides and car journeys
• Trips to the pub and local town
• Music, playing instruments and attending live music events
• Folk music festivals and Open Mic performances
• Visiting car boot sales and county shows
• Interest in emergency services and related events
• Watching traffic from favourite viewpoints
• Using his computer
• Travelling abroad with family

This is a dynamic role that perfectly suits someone who enjoys variety, routine and meaningful engagement.

What you will be doing

You'll provide person-centred support that balances independence and safety, including:

• Supporting daily routines, personal care and household tasks
• Encouraging independence and respecting personal space
• Supporting community activities, hobbies and social events
• Building a strong, trusting and positive relationship
• Being flexible and responsive to changing needs
• Occasionally working across nearby services to share knowledge and experience

Shift patterns

Flexible shifts available, including:

• 9:00am - 2:30pm
• Long day + sleep-in: 9:00am - 9:00am (next day)
• Evening + sleep-in: 2:30pm - 9:00am (next day)

Sleep-ins are paid at £50 per night.
Rotas are provided in advance to support work-life balance.

About you

You'll be a great fit if you are:

• Creative, resilient and able to think on your feet
• Respectful of independence and personal boundaries
• Positive, engaging and confident
• Flexible and adaptable
• A strong communicator and relationship builder
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• A driver (Essential especially if using your own car with business insurance)

Experience is helpful, but not essential - full training will be provided.

Why this role stands out

This is a rare opportunity to work in a 1:1 independent living setting, where you can:

• Build a meaningful, long‑term relationship
• Support someone to live life on their terms
• Be part of a flexible, person‑centred approach
• Enjoy a varied, engaging and rewarding role

Rewards that make a difference

• A competitive pay rate with uplift for overtime you choose to work
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs
• 30 days' paid annual leave (including public holidays - pro rata)
• Opportunities for career progression
• Mileage paid for work travel
• Supported Learn to Drive scheme (where applicable)
• Salary advance scheme - access up to 50% earned pay before payday
• High Street discounts (shopping, dining, entertainment, gyms)
• Life Assurance and Company Pension
• Industry‑leading training
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us

• 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.
• If a driving licence is required for this role you will need to produce a copy at the onboarding stage.
• As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
• As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 0300 303 9150.
• We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all recruitment communications.