Compassionate Support Worker — Flexible 30hrs Respite

Sense Scotland; Dundee; Hybrid; GBP 12,398,000 - 15,154,000; Full time

Job summary

Sense Scotland is recruiting two Support Workers to join the Dundee Respite Team on a 30-hour-per-week rota. The role is fully flexible, including early/late shifts and sleepovers, across weekends and public holidays, to support individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs.

The successful candidates will work across a varied shift pattern, helping with personal care, daily routines, and community activities within Dundee.

Qualifications

• Friendly, patient and understanding approach to supporting individuals with diverse needs.
• Ability to engage with people and plan activities reflecting their interests.

Responsibilities

• Be positive, reliable and a strong team player
• Be able to communicate well and use your initiative
• Be organised and able to support structured routines
• Be caring, patient and understanding
• Have a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and develop
• Be committed to deliver person-centred support, recognising and responding to each individual’s unique needs, preferences and aspirations

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Sense Scotland is recruiting two Support Workers to join the Dundee Respite Team on a 30-hour-per-week rota. The role is fully flexible, including early/late shifts and sleepovers, across weekends and public holidays, to support individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs.

The successful candidates will work across a varied shift pattern, helping with personal care, daily routines, and community activities within Dundee.