Housing Care Worker

We have exciting opportunities for two Care & Support Workers to join our team based in Duns, Scottish Borders. These are excellent job opportunities for those who live in and around Duns and the Scottish Borders. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of GBP 13 per hour.

About the role:

As a Care & Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting older and vulnerable adults in their own homes. Operating between 7.00am and 10.00pm, seven days a week, you'll provide assistance with daily living tasks based on individual care plans. Whether it's administering medication, personal support, or helping with meals, your empathetic approach will make a real difference to our tenants' lives. You will have the time to get to know our residents and are trusted to give each person the care and support they need, in the way they like.

• Hourly Rate: GBP 13.00 per hour
• Availability: Flexible shifts (morning and back shifts), including alternate weekends
• Guaranteed Hours: Hours per week averaged over 5 days on a rolling 2-week rota basis, including a mixture of weekdays and weekends, day and back shifts
• Job Type: Permanent Contract
• Living Wage Employer: We value our team members and offer competitive pay.
• Training and Development: Access to paid training, ongoing development, and SVQ qualifications.
• Supportive Environment: Join a welcoming, friendly, and inclusive culture.
• Career Progression: Real opportunities to grow within our committed team.
• Additional Benefits: Uniform, generous annual leave, pension contributions, paid SSSC membership, and paid PVG Disclosure check.

What we’re looking for in our Housing Care Worker:

The ideal candidate:

• Has experience in the care sector and working with older people or other vulnerable members of a community, so you will understand their needs and know how to meet these.
• Holds an SVQ in Health and Social Care or relevant qualification.
• Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills.
• Possesses basic IT skills.

Previous experience is preferred but not essential; we provide comprehensive training and support. What matters most is your passion, empathy, and dedication to helping our tenants live their lives to the fullest.

Closing Date: 12 noon on Wednesday 7th May 2025

If you live in Duns or nearby, are friendly, approachable, and committed to making a positive impact, then we want to hear from you!

If you join our team, we offer fantastic opportunities to develop your experience or enhance your career in social care and support your ongoing personal development.

Join our outstanding and committed team, learn from experienced colleagues, and contribute to a supportive environment. Your role as a Care & Support Worker will make a meaningful difference every day.

Please note this role is subject to satisfactory interview, references, and a PVG check. You will need to register with the SSSC, complete mandatory training within a set timeframe, and commit to studying for an SVQ in Care & Support if you do not already hold this qualification.

We can only accept candidates residing in the UK with the right to work documents. We are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants or those on sponsored visas, and cannot assist with renewal upon expiry.

Click the Apply Button Now! - if the Care & Support Worker role sounds like the career for you.

Trust Housing Association is a national housing, support, and care provider, serving older people and providing housing for families and individuals across Scotland. We have over 4000 households across the country.

We are an Investor in People Platinum 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 - SC(phone number removed)