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Community living assistant

Edinburgh
Capability Scotland
Assistant
Posted: 18 June
The role

Community Living Assistant – West of Scotland (Renfrewshire)

Location: Renfrewshire (PA4) & Glasgow (G31 & G41)

Salary: £13.45 per hour (£28,.32 per annum) plus £14.12 night shift premium

Job Type: Permanent – Full-Time, Part-Time and Relief opportunities available

Hours: 20 - 40 hours per week, including rotational shifts covering evenings, nights and weekends

Benefits: 32 days annual leave* / 8% pension contributions / £ Refer a Friend and much more!

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about helping people live independently and achieve the life they choose?

At Capability Scotland, we believe in providing high-quality, person-centred support that puts people first. Unlike many care providers, our visits are typically four hours or longer, giving you the time to build meaningful relationships and deliver personalised support that truly enhances lives.

We are looking for caring, committed and enthusiastic Community Living Assistants/Support Workers to join our West of Scotland Housing Support and Care at Home Services, supporting adults with disabilities across Renfrewshire & Glasgow (South & East).

About the Role

As a Community Living Assistant/Support Worker, you will provide tailored support that enables individuals to live independently within their own homes and communities.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting adults with a range of disabilities to achieve their personal goals
  • Assisting with personal care, including washing, dressing and grooming
  • Administering and supporting medication routines
  • Supporting communication, meal preparation and daily living activities
  • Helping individuals maintain their homes and tenancies
  • Accompanying people to appointments, educational opportunities, social activities and community events
  • Encouraging participation in hobbies, leisure activities and interests
  • Providing one-to-one or two-to-one support, depending on individual needs
  • Every day is different, but your focus will always be on promoting dignity, choice, independence and inclusion.

    About You

    We are looking for individuals who:

  • Have a caring, compassionate and person-centred approach
  • Are flexible and able to work a rotational shift pattern, including evenings, weekends and nights
  • Have experience supporting adults with disabilities in community, care or support settings
  • Hold a full UK manual driving licence and have access to their own vehicle (essential for this community-based role)
  • Mileage expenses are paid for work-related travel.

    Additional Information

    This post is restricted to female applicants only. This is a Genuine Occupational Requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act , due to the personal and intimate care needs of the individuals we support.

    Manual Driving Licence and access to a vehicle – essential

    Why Join Us

    Working with Capability Scotland comes with a range of great benefits:

  • Competitive pay: £13.45 per hour, plus enhanced nightshift rate of £14.12/hr
  • Fully funded SVQ qualification
  • Set rotas to help you plan your life outside work
  • 32 days’ annual leave, rising to 37 with service
  • Up to 8% employer pension contribution
  • Free PVG checks & death in service benefit of up to 3 x annual salary
  • Perks at Work scheme, Cycle to Work options, and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
  • Eligibility for Blue Light & Concerts for Carers discounts
  • £ “Refer a Friend” incentive (with no cap on how many friends you refer!)
  • *Subject to contractual terms.

    Join a team where your energy, compassion, and creativity make a real difference. We are One Voice. One Charity. One Spirit. #OneCapability.

    How to apply

    Hit apply now or upload your CV and covering letter (PDF or Word) via the Capability Scotland careers portal.

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