Bank Supported Housing Worker - Older People

Trust Housing Association Ltd; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a Support Worker in Dunfermline. You will assist older people in maintaining their independence through support with meals and personal plans. Ideal candidates should have a qualification in Health & Social Care and experience with vulnerable populations. Competitive pay and training opportunities are offered in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Paid training and vocational qualification

Paid PVG check & Professional Membership including SSSC

Qualifications

• Ideally, you will have an appropriate qualification in Health & Social Care.
• Previous experience of working with older people or other vulnerable members of a community.
• Understanding of the needs of older adults and how to meet them.

Responsibilities

• Support tenants in following their personal plan.
• Assist with meal delivery and support in the dining room.
• Occasional kitchen duties may be required.

Skills

Experience with older people

Health & Social Care qualification

Education

Appropriate qualification in Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

Trust Housing Association have exciting opportunities for a Support Worker (Older People) to join our team at Whitelaw Court, Dunfermline, Fife KY11 4SJ.

What we offer

• Mixture of shifts on a 4-weekly rota
• Competitive hourly rate of £13.00 per hour
• Generous Holiday Entitlement
• Paid PVG check & Professional Membership including SSSC
• Access to paid training and a vocational qualification

Responsibilities

You’ll be working with our tenants to make sure they receive the support identified in their personal plan, ensuring they continue to enjoy as much independence as possible. You will assist with meal delivery and provide support in the dining room; there may also be very occasional kitchen duties. It will be rewarding looking after those who rely on the support and dedication you’ll bring to this important role.

Skills and Experience / Qualifications

Ideally, you will have an appropriate qualification in Health & Social Care and previous experience of working with older people or other vulnerable members of a community, so you will understand their needs and know how to meet these. If you are successful in joining our team we can provide you with opportunities to develop your experience or enhance your career in social care and support your ongoing continued personal development.

To Apply

Please complete and submit our online application form no later than 12 noon on Tuesday 7th October 2025. For an informal chat about this opportunity please contact Lynne Winski, Supported Housing Co-ordinator, on 01383 739486 or email at [e-mail].

Right to work

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.

About Trust Housing

Trust Housing Association is a national housing, support and care provider, offering a range of accommodation and support services. Primarily serving older people in our communities we also provide housing for families and individuals. We have over 4,000 households across Scotland, from the Highlands and Islands to the Borders.

Trust is an Investor in People Platinum accredited employer 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