Support Worker

PA Pages; Swindon; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A supportive caregiving organization is seeking a warm, reliable Support Worker in Swindon to assist a gentleman with daily activities, including housekeeping and companionship. The successful candidate will work flexibly for 3 hours a day, twice a week, earning £13 per hour. Ideal for someone who is patient, encouraging, and possesses a driving license with an own vehicle. Note: Male candidates preferred due to specific role requirements.

Benefits

Potential for holiday pay if employed

Qualifications

• Must be a non-smoker due to medical reasons.
• Willingness to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist with housekeeping and shopping.
• Provide companionship and support for social activities.
• Ensure a tidy and hygienic environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Reliability

Creativity

Timekeeping

Ability to read and speak English

Tools

Driving license

Own vehicle

Job description

Support Worker to Bring Positivity, Companionship & Confidence to Everyday Life

We’re looking for a warm, reliable, and encouraging Support Worker to make a real difference in the life of a friendly gentleman who enjoys football, darts, and community outings. This role is perfect for someone who brings patience, reassurance, and a steady, supportive presence to each day. It offers flexibility with working days and a rewarding opportunity to create a supportive, positive environment where the gentleman can feel at ease and live life to the fullest.

Duties include:

• Housekeeping
• Shopping
• Transportation (including running light errands, attending appointments)
• Companionship (supporting domestic tasks, social activities)
• Respectful of privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Maintain hygienic, tidy, and well‑organised environment
• Fit and healthy to undertake required duties
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful, creative
• Speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• Adhere to health & safety standards

Additional requirements

• Non‑smoker due to medical reasons
• Drivers licence required and own vehicle needed
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required

Job details

Ref: WC2164
Location: Swindon
Hours per week: 3 hours a day, twice a week
Hourly pay rate: £13
Gender preference: Candidate should be a man*

Notes

If you are successful, you will be engaged directly or employed by the individual employer, not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self‑employed basis, depending on suitability and agreement. If employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and an employment contract.

Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.

*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9