AC - Support Worker - Temporary 6 months (Non OR)

CrossReach Trading Ltd.; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension plan

Health cash plan

Care concierge service

Job summary

CrossReach Trading Ltd. are recruiting a Support Worker for the Dick Stewart Service in Scotland. You will assist male ex-offenders with daily living skills, budgeting, and personal care to aid their transition back into the community on a temporary three‑month contract.

The post requires flexibility with day, evening and sleepover shifts to provide 24‑hour support, attendance at meetings, and comprehensive report writing. PVG and UK work checks apply; registration with SSSC is expected.

Qualifications

• PVG Scheme membership and vetting checks required.
• Registration with SSSC and meeting registration standards.
• Entitlement to work in the UK must be verified.

Responsibilities

• Help male ex-offenders transition back into the community through structured daily support.
• Attend meetings and case conferences; complete report writing.
• Support clients with budgeting, personal care and developing independent living skills.

Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in people’s lives? At the Dick Stewart Service, we provide supported accommodation for male ex-offenders, helping them transition back into the community after prison. Our dedicated team works around the clock, offering guidance on independent living skills such as budgeting, cooking, and self-care, while also supporting residents to engage with programmes that address offending behaviour.

Join our team and be part of a service that not only provides a safe space but actively empowers individuals to rebuild their lives. You’ll have the chance to work closely with people who are ready for a fresh start, helping them achieve their goals and prepare for life beyond our accommodation.

As a Support Worker at the Dick Stewart Service, you will play a vital role in assisting male ex‑offenders as they transition back into the community. Joining us on a temporary three‑month contract, you will work closely with clients to provide structured support in daily tasks such as budgeting, personal care, and developing independent living skills. You will also contribute to the creation and implementation of personalised support plans, working alongside senior staff to ensure each client receives the care and guidance they need.

This position requires flexibility, as you will work a varied shift pattern including day, evening, and sleepover shifts to help provide 24‑hour support for clients. Your responsibilities will include attending meetings and case conferences, completing report writing, and supporting clients with appointments, life‑skills development, and personal challenges. Compassion, patience, and an understanding of the criminal justice system are essential to success in this role.

Beyond providing practical support, you will uphold CrossReach’s Christian ethos, ensuring all interactions reflect our values of care, dignity, and respect. You will also be encouraged to engage in professional development and supervision throughout your contract to continually enhance the support you provide.

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's 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’s name to further the caring work of the Church to people in challenging circumstances.

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

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.

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’s 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.

Workplace and Role Accessibility Supplements (attached below) -

This guide outlines the physical, environmental, and location based aspects of the role to help you understand how the work is carried out and whether it’s right for you. It may also help you identify any adjustments or support that would enable you to do your best work. We welcome conversations about what you personally need to work within your services, and we’re committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you where possible.