Care & Support Worker - Older People

Due to a requirement to expand our dedicated team, we have exciting vacancies for five Care & Support Workers - Older People (Housing Care Workers). These are excellent job opportunities for those who live in and around Greenock and Inverclyde. In return you will receive a competitive salary of £12.25 to £12.50 per hour.

About the role:

As a Care & Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting older and vulnerable adults, providing assistance with daily living tasks based on individual care plans, making it possible for our tenants to continue enjoying as much independent living as they're able. Whether it's administering medication, personal support, or helping with meals, your empathetic approach will make a real difference to our tenants' lives. It'll be rewarding looking after those who rely on the support and dedication you'll bring to this important role, and you'll have the time to get to know our residents and be trusted to give each person the care and support they need, in the way they like.

In return for your enthusiasm and commitment as our Care & Support Worker, we will offer you:

• Hourly Rate: £12.25 - £12.50 per hour
• Role hours and availability:
• 4 available roles at 18.5 hours per week, on a rolling 4-week rota basis, featuring a mixture of day and back shifts, with weekday and alternative weekend working.
• 1 available role at 12 hours per week, on a rolling 4-week rota basis, featuring a mixture of day and back shifts, with weekend only working.
• Job Type: Permanent Contract
• Living Wage Employer: We value our team members and offer competitive pay.
• Training and Development: Access to paid training, ongoing development, and SVQ qualifications.
• Supportive Environment: Join a welcoming, friendly, and inclusive culture.
• Career Progression: Real opportunities to grow within our committed team.
• Additional Benefits: Uniform, generous annual leave, pension contributions, paid SSSC membership and paid PVG Disclosure check.

What we're looking for in our Care & Support Worker:

The ideal candidate:

• Has experience in the care sector and working with older people or other vulnerable members of a community, so you will understand their needs and know how to meet these.
• Holds an SVQ in Health and Social Care or relevant qualification.
• Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills.
• Possesses basic IT skills.

Previous experience is preferred but not essential; we provide comprehensive training and support. What matters most is your passion, empathy, and dedication to helping our tenants live their lives to the fullest.

Join our outstanding and committed team, learn from experienced colleagues, and contribute to a supportive environment. Your role as a Care & Support Worker will make a meaningful difference every day.

Please note this role is subject to satisfactory interview, references and a PVG check. You will be required to register with the SSSC, complete mandatory training within a timeframe and the commitment to studying for an SVQ in Care & Support if you do not already hold this qualification.

We can only accept candidates residing in the UK who already have the right to work documents. All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.

Closing Date: 12 noon on Tuesday 3rd December 2024.

If you live in Greenock or close by, are friendly, approachable, and committed to making a positive impact, then we want to hear from you!

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Care & Support Worker and you'd like to work with a prestigious and well-established company working in a person-centred culture that puts people at the heart of all we do, then we'd like to hear from you.

Trust is an Investor in People Platinum accredited employer, a Leader in Diversity, and a great place to work.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Trust Housing Association is a Registered Scottish Charity - SC009086

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