Permanent - Part Time
Closing Date: 07/09/2025
Summary
Salary: 12.60 per hour Location: Edinburgh Service: Learning Disability & Neurodiversity Shifts: Various
APPLICATIONS ONLY
Make a Difference. One Shift at a Time.
At Care Support Scotland, we're passionate about providing expert, person-centred care to people who need us across Scotland. As a registered charity with decades of experience, we support individuals with Mental Health conditions, Learning Disabilities and Neurodiversity, Youth and Adult Homelessness, and Older People services.
We're currently looking for Relief Support Workers to join our dedicated and compassionate team. If you're looking for a flexible role that makes a real difference in people's lives, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
We value our team and offer a range of benefits to support and reward our staff:
6% Employer Pension Contribution
Career Development and Progression Opportunities
Access to Funded Qualifications
Ongoing Training in a Progressive Learning Environment
About the Role
As a Relief Support Worker, you'll provide high-quality, person-centred care and support tailored to the needs and aspirations of the individuals we support.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide practical and emotional support that positively impacts health and wellbeing
* Assist in developing and implementing support plans
* Deliver support with daily living, personal care, tenancy needs, and medication
* Promote inclusion, personal development, and independence
Who We're Looking For
Whether you're starting your career in social care or looking for flexible work to suit your lifestyle, this is an excellent opportunity to gain experience and build your skillset.
Essential Attributes:
* Empathetic, patient, and compassionate
* Able to work well both independently and within a team
* Willing to undertake relevant training and qualifications
* Committed to continuous personal and professional development
Desirable:
* Previous experience in a support role (not essential)
* Willingness to work towards SSSC registration and qualifications
Additional Information
* This role involves shift work, including evenings, weekends, and sleepovers
* PVG Scheme membership and SSSC registration (or willingness to register) are mandatory