Contract Type: Permanent
Position Type: Part Time
Hours: 20 hours per week
Are you caring, reliable, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of older people?
Do you want to be part of a supportive and dedicated team that puts compassion at the heart of everything they do?
Join Bield Housing & Care at Castlebank Gardens as a Support Worker and help us provide outstanding care and support to individuals in their own homes. Whether you're an experienced care professional or new to the sector, if you have a genuine interest in helping people lead their best lives, we want to hear from you!
The Role
As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting our tenants with daily living tasks and encouraging their independence. Your responsibilities will include:
* Assisting with household tasks and routines
* Prompting or administering medication as required
* Promoting a warm, respectful, and inclusive environment
About You
We are looking for someone who:
* Has strong communication skills, both verbal and written
* Can work effectively on their own as well as part of a team
* Is organised, punctual and reliable
* Holds (or is willing to work towards) an SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
* Is able to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 6 months of starting
* Experience in care is desirable but not essential – full training and support will be provided.
What We Offer
* Flexible working hours and shift patterns
* Full induction and free core training
* PVG costs covered for employment
* Company pension scheme
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support
* This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 – you must disclose all unspent and relevant spent convictions.
* Bield Housing & Care does not currently hold a sponsorship licence – we are unable to support visa applications at this time.
* If you require this advert in an alternative format, please contact us directly.
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