Support Worker (Based in Central Lanarkshire) - Part Time

CrossReach; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care organization in Hamilton is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities. The role involves providing care, encouragement, and helping to build confidence in daily routines. Candidates must have experience in care and be willing to work towards an SVQ Level 3 qualification. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Generous contributory pension plan

Health cash plan

Exclusive retail and leisure discounts

Enhanced family friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support is essential.
• Ability to work independently with a commitment to supporting others.
• Willingness to work towards an SVQ Level 3 qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning disabilities in their daily routines.
• Help build confidence and offer encouragement.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure proper support is delivered.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Independent work

Empathy

Education

SVQ Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Bring your care, your calm and your kindness. In this role, you:ll support adults with learning disabilities in their day-to-day routines. You:ll help build confidence, reduce stress and offer steady encouragement. That might mean planning the day, helping with tasks or simply showing up with empathy and respect.

The difference you:ll make

Everyday moments will feel brighter because of the support you give. Whether it:lls helping with routines, sharing mealtimes, or encouraging someone to try a new skill, you:ll bring patience, care and positivity. Your calm presence and kind listening ear will make people feel safe and valued. And by keeping clear notes and working closely with your team, you:ll make sure each person gets the support that:lls right for them.

What You:ll Need

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate individual with experience in care or support. You will bring a thoughtful and consistent approach to your work, ensuring the highest standards of care are delivered. You will old an SVQ Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care is desirable, although we welcome applicants who are willing to work towards this. Confidence in working independently, along with a genuine commitment to supporting others, is essential for this role.

What You:ll Get

A team that has your back as well as ongoing learning and support. This is job that feels meaningful. Because it is.

The role is mainly be based in Bellshill, Motherwell & Wishaw with an expected start date in the new year.

We also offer you a range of benefits that you would expect from an organisation that support others.

Firstly, there is access to a wide range of exclusive retail and leisure discounts through our rewards scheme and the Blue Light Discount card. We also ensure that your future and that of your loved ones is secured with a generous contributory pension plan and death in service benefit. Balancing work and family are made easier with our suite of enhanced family friendly policies and your health and wellness are prioritised with access to our health cash plan, giving you cash back for a wide range of health treatments. We even have access to a care concierge service to assist you with life:9s challenges, providing invaluable support when you need it most.

But we also know that your training and development is important to you, and as well as a contribution to your professional membership fees, we are keen to support you in making the right steps to learn, grow and develop in ways that are right for you.

CrossReach has been at the forefront of high quality social care for over 150 years, providing loving care to people of all ages and supporting them to live life to the full whatever their circumstances. During that time, we have worked hard to understand the needs of the people who turn to us for help and with them have been at the forefront of pioneering services which have literally changed thousands of lives for the better.

Today we are one of the largest social care providers in Scotland, with experience across a broad range of services. We are still growing, learning, and improving, thanks to the incredible people we have the privilege to support, and all those who support us. We are part of the Church of Scotland and aim to provide social care services and specialist resources in Christ:9s name to further the caring work of the Church to people in challenging circumstances.

As we do our work in Christ:9s name you must be respectful of our Christian Ethos and be able to work within it.

Requirements and Compliance

This post requires you to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks. You will also be required to be registered with SSSC and it is your professional responsibility to ensure that you meet the standards and criteria for registration.

We have a legal obligation to ensure that we do not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category.

Eligibility and Culture

We are committed to ensuring that we attract, retain, and develop the very best people to build a diverse and talented team and we recognise that every individual:9s unique background, experience and ability contributes to our success. We aim to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected and where people can belong, thrive and be their very best, whoever they are.

If you have any queries regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team on [e-mail]

Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.

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