Community Support Assistant

Ability Scotland; Paisley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral programme

Employee discount

Company pension

Health & wellbeing programme

Job summary

Ability Home Care Ltd. is seeking a Community Support Assistant to help people stay independent at home in Renfrewshire. You’ll assist with attending groups and activities, provide practical support, and offer companionship with a friendly, person-centered approach.

No prior care experience is required as full training, shadowing, and ongoing support are provided. The role offers day and evening shifts, weekends on a rotating basis, and a supportive team that values your contribution.

Qualifications

• No experience required; full training provided and paid shadowing.
• Flexible to work shifts, including some weekends.
• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own car.

Responsibilities

• Supporting people to attend groups and days out.
• Providing practical support and companionship.
• Assisting with medication where needed.
• Helping with meals, nutrition and meal preparation.
• Light household tasks and personal care support.
• Supporting safe moving and handling.
• Maintaining simple written and electronic records and reporting.
• Providing a friendly, patient presence and listening ear.
• Being part of a team with ongoing training and support.

Skills

Caring

Good communication

Reliable

Job description

Community Support Assistant

Must be in the Renfrewshire County

• Paisley
• Johnstone
• Elderslie
• Linwood
• Erskine
• Renfrew

No Experience Needed | Full Training Provided | A Job That Truly Matters

Have you ever thought, “I’d love a job where I actually help people”?

If you’re kind, reliable, and want work that leaves you feeling proud at the end of the day, you might be exactly who we’re looking for — no experience required.

Why This Role Is So Special

With a growing population of younger adults looking to access more opportunities and older adults needing a wee hand as a Community Support Assistant, you’ll support people to attend various groups and in their own homes, helping them stay independent, comfortable, and cared for. Sometimes that means practical support, sometimes it’s simply being a friendly face and a listening ear — and often, it’s both. Don’t worry if you’ve never worked in care before. We’ll be with you every step of the way, with full training, paid shadowing, and on-going support.

Supported to build confidence in:

• Supporting people to go for their shopping or days out
• Supporting with medication
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Food and Nutrition
• Preparing meals and helping at mealtimes
• Light household tasks
• Helping people move safely and comfortably
• Personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)
• Simple written and electronic record-keeping and reporting

Who This Role Is Perfect For

• Caring, patient, and dependable
• Friendly with good communication skills
• Keen to learn and grow
• Flexible to work shifts, including some weekends
• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own car
• Have the right to work in the UK

If you’ve ever helped a family member, neighbour, or friend — you already have more care skills than you think

What you will Get in Return

• A Real Living Wage of £13.45 per hour and increasing with qualifications
• Paid travel time
• Mileage allowance
• Day shifts: 7:00am – 4:00pm
• Evening shifts: 4:00pm – 10:00pm
• Every second weekend availability (Subject to requirements)
• Flexible bank positions available to fit around your lifestyle, studies or other commitments
• Full paid induction and industry-standard training
• Ongoing learning and career development
• Opportunities to progress within Ability Home Care Ltd.
• Uniform, PPE, ID badge and work phone provided
• 24/7 support from a friendly management team
• A welcoming and supportive workplace where your contribution is genuinely valued

• Referral programme
• Employee discount
• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme

Final Word

Care isn’t “just a job” — it’s a chance to change someone’s day, every day. If that sounds like something you’d love to be part of, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

Read the Friendly FAQs below – To Know You’re Not Alone

Many of our best support staff started with no experience at all. If you’re kind, reliable, and willing to learn, we’ll give you all the training and support you need.

That’s completely normal — and very common! You won’t be thrown in at the deep end. You’ll start with paid induction training and shadow experienced carers until you feel comfortable and confident.

Your training covers everything you need to know, including personal care, medication support, moving and handling, and keeping people safe and comfortable. It’s practical, supportive, and designed to help you grow at your own pace.

Not at first. You’ll be supported through shadow shifts and you’ll always have a team you can contact for advice or reassurance. You’re never on your own — even when working independently.

Everyone learns by doing. We focus on support, learning, and teamwork — not blame. There’s always someone to talk to if you’re unsure or need help.

Yes — in ways that often surprise people. From a smile, a thank you, or knowing you’ve helped someone stay independent in their own home, the rewards are real and meaningful.

Many of our support staff will go on to gain qualifications like SVQ Level 2, take on senior roles, or build a long‑term career in health and social care. Most of our staff members have been with us for years and our newest staff member has been with us for almost 2 years and has already completed an SVQ2.

Apply today and start a career that truly means something.