Our Would you love a new part-time job where you can make a difference and be that person that someone can rely on? We might have just the opportunity you're looking for!
Our fabulous #TeamLinkwood in Irvine are on the lookout for an understanding and patient new colleague with a good sense of humour to join them on a permanent part-time (30 hours per week) basis.
Our team and the individual you'll support
You'll join a small, friendly and welcoming team who provide 1:1 support for a gentleman who has complex support needs. You'll help him to maintain his own tenancy and assist with all aspects of his daily living, including meal planning, cooking, medication, household tasks, personal care and finances.
Most days you will find yourself out for drives as the gentleman loves people watching and exploring new places. He also really enjoys a variety of sensory activities going to the local disco every Sunday.
As this gentleman's life line is his mobility car, we're looking for someone who has a full, clean manual driving licence with a minimum of one years' experience on the roads.
About you
You don't need experience to start your career with us; we recruit on values and we'll give you all the training you'll need. We'll pay you for your training and will even fund your SVQ Level (SCQF level 6/7) qualification, PVG and yearly SSSC registration fees too!
What we'll need you to bring
1. A caring and compassionate attitude.
2. The ability to work well in a team
3. Good communication and organisational skills
4. A positive attitude with a willingness to learn
5. Confidence in the use of computers
6. A full manual driving license with a minimum of one years' experience on the roads
Why you'll love this job
7. You'll have a job that actually matters
8. You'll build meaningful relationships
9. You'll feel proud of what you do
10. You'll see the difference you make in someone's confidence, independence and happiness
11. We'll provide full paid training, no experience is needed
12. You're not just a number here; we have a supportive culture
13. Every day is different, no two shifts are ever the same
14. You can be yourself and be proud of what you do
15. There are opportunities to grow and develop if you want to
16. We'll fund your yearly SSSC registration fees
Shift patterns
As we're dedicated to providing the best round the clock support possible, shift patterns fall into day (- hours) and waking night (- hours) shifts. Waking nights would be worked on a rotational basis and are paid at your normal hourly rate, plus an additional payment per night.
What makes Cornerstone a great place to work
Along with hosting our annual Star Awards to celebrate and recognise the impact and dedication of our colleagues and the achievements of the people we support, there's some other great perks that'll you receive when you join our team: -
17. You'll have a meaningful job doing things that you enjoy - it often doesn't feel like work
18. Your job actually changes and improves lives - you'll make a difference in your local community
19. We have a culture of empowering our colleagues and teamwork
20. No uniform - we wear our own casual clothes
21. We fund up to £ towards driving lessons
22. We reimburse your yearly SSSC registration fees
23. Access to funded qualifications through our SQA approved, award winning Training Academy
24. Ongoing continued professional development and career progression opportunities
25. Recommend a colleague bonus scheme
26. Long service awards
27. Access to a 24/7 independent employee assistance helpline
28. 26 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years) plus 4 paid bank holidays
29. Family friendly leave options, including family, parental, bereavement and special leave
30. Access to lots of discounts, including the cinema, gym memberships, holidays and shopping to name a few
Sound interesting? What are you waiting for? Apply today, we can't wait to hear from you!
We are looking to fill this vacancy as soon as possible and hold the right to close our advert early. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Have any questions? If you'd like to find out more, please contact Tracey Wilson on .
Successful candidates will be required to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and be committed to working towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare with the support from our Training Academy.
Please note - If you have spent more than 12 months out with the UK (excluding France, Germany. Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania or Spain) within the last 10 years while over the age of 18, you will be asked to provide a criminal record certificate from the relevant government/police authority as part of our pre-employment checks.
If you’re successful in joining our team, we will need you to register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting your employment with us.