Overview
Senior Community Support Worker – role at AVS Newcastle ltd (Also associated with British Red Cross)
Location: Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, with travel around the area.
Salary: £23,590 per annum.
Hours: 35 per week (service runs across 7 days, typically working every second weekend).
Contract: Permanent.
Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence, access to a vehicle, business mileage reimbursed; essential to travel around the area.
SSSC Registration required within 3 months of starting.
Responsibilities
* Maximise independence through coordinating care at home.
* Provide compassionate care in accordance with Care Inspectorate regulations, making a real difference in service users' lives.
* Collaborate with team to maintain optimal staffing levels and adapt work plans to evolving needs.
* Empower individuals by connecting them to additional resources and services, and mentor and assist fellow team members.
Qualifications
* Preferred: National 5 level education, SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, and a PDA in Supervision.
* Flexible approach: willingness to work according to duty rotas.
* Leadership: ability to take responsibility for overall running of the service in the absence of a senior staff member.
* Travel: ability to travel throughout the area as required.
* Compliance: registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 3 months of starting the role.
Closing date
Applications accepted until 23:59 on Tuesday 28th October 2025.
Benefits
* 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
* Pension scheme: up to 6% contributory pension.
* Flexible working: we accommodate preferred work style.
* Learning & Development: wide range of career opportunities and comprehensive learning.
* Discounts: access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
* Wellbeing assistance: access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
* Team working: champion our mission in a collaborative team.
* Cycle2Work: lease a bicycle through the scheme.
* Season ticket loan: interest‑free loan for commuting expenses.
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