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We are looking for a motivated and caring person to join our dedicated team and provide vital day centre support to vulnerable people, including those living with moderate to severe dementia. At our centre, every day is about enhancing quality of life, promoting independence, and creating moments of joy. With the guidance and support of senior staff, you’ll work alongside day centre colleagues and management to contribute to personalised care plans that truly make a difference. What you’ll do:
What you’ll do:
* Provide compassionate, person-centred care and support.
* Collaborate with day centre workers to ensure the best outcomes for service users.
* Help maintain daily routines in both the centre and community settings.
* Offer personal care with dignity and respect.
* Escort clients safely on the minibus to and from the centre.
Hours: 95 pm, Monday to Friday (with exciting plans to expand to 7 days per week in the future).
This is more than a job it’s an opportunity to be part of a team that values kindness, respect, and the power of human connection. If you’re passionate about supporting others and want to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Informal enquiries welcomed by: Day Centre Manager: or 07977048903.
Additional Information For Candidates
* Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part-time hours will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure that pay remains unaffected.
* Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers. / Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchdlabhairt na Gàidhlig.
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We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.
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