Care Worker

Hanover Housing Association Ltd; Innerleithen; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community housing association in Innerleithen is seeking a Part Time Care Worker to support vulnerable adults in achieving independent living. Working 17.5 - 30 hours weekly on a 4 on 4 off rota, you'll join a supportive team to deliver dignified care. Candidates must register with the SSSC and pass a PVG check. Competitive salary, benefits and a welcoming environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Access to healthcare perks

Cycle to work scheme

Technology scheme

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Must register with the SSSC as a support worker within 3 months.
• Flexible hours covering early and late shifts throughout the year.
• Full and satisfactory PVG check required before starting.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable adults to live independently.
• Work on a 4 on 4 off rota with flexible hours.
• Deliver services in a dignified and stimulating manner.

Skills

Team working

Communication skills

Person-centred care awareness

Basic literacy and numeracy

Job description

Care Worker

Location: Mercer Court, Angle Park, Innerleithen, EH44 6QB

Working Hours: 17.5 - 30 hours per week

Remuneration: £12.77 per hour (Probation rate)

£12.99 per hour (upon completion of successful probation)

Closing Date: 22nd August 2025

About Hanover

Hanover has been successfully housing and supporting people in Scotland for over 40 years. Our core purpose is to help people feel safe and secure at home so they can live full and independent lives.

About the Role

Hanover Scotland are excited to be recruiting for a Part Time Care Worker at our Mercers Court, Innerleithen development. Hours are between 17.5 - 30 hours per week on a 4 on 4 off rota basis. This is a rolling rota to support a work/life balance. You will be working within a friendly and experienced team to ensure that services are delivered flexibly and in a dignified, safe and stimulating way.

Do you have a passion for supporting people to remain independent? Would you like to become part of our Hanover Housing Support Services where you will have the opportunity to make a difference to people's lives? If you do, we would love to hear from you!

Our Housing with Care Developments provide enhanced support to vulnerable adults who live in their own homes with varying needs. This includes physical disability, learning disability of older adults who are supported to live as independently as they are able through individual housing support plans.

About You

• The successful candidate must register with the SSSC as a support worker in Adult Social Services within the first 3-months of their role.
• Good team working but be confident working alone.
• Awareness of person-centred care.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Good team working.
• Hours are flexible covering early and late shifts 365 days per year.
• Some travel may be required for training and to provide essential cover.
• The successful candidate will not be permitted to start without a full and satisfactory PVG check.

What We Offer

Hanover offers a supportive and friendly environment where our people are valued and appreciated. Your hard work and drive to succeed are rewarded through:

• Competitive salary and pension options
• Access to our Hanover Perks platform with 24/7 GP advice line, high street and shopping voucher discounts
• Health Cash Plan
• Free Employee Health & Wellbeing Counselling Services
• Cycle to work scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Family friendly policies

Recruitment Dates

Closing date for applications 22nd August 2025

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend interview week commencing 26th August 2025

Hanover are firmly committed to equality, diversity and inclusion for all. As an accredited Disability Confident Employer, we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum requirements of the role.