Relief Support Worker

CrossReach; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

CrossReach in Glasgow is seeking relief care workers to support individuals with daily routines, personal care, and independent living. You will help clients access education, volunteering, and social activities, while maintaining accurate records and working with families and professionals.

No prior care experience is required, and you will receive a full induction and ongoing training. PVG checks and SSSC registration are required to ensure safeguarding and professional standards are met.

Qualifications

• No prior care experience required.
• Willing to achieve SVQ Level 2/3 per role.
• Must be PVG scheme member and SSSC registered.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily routines and personal care.
• Encourage independence and confidence in everyday life.
• Assist with household tasks and developing life skills.
• Help people access work, education, volunteering and social activities.
• Act as a key worker where appropriate.

Skills

Compassion

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Basic IT skills

Willingness to learn

Education

SVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Social Care

Job description

New to care?

Many of our colleagues joined CrossReach from retail, hospitality, customer service, administration and other sectors. If you enjoy working with people and want a career where you can make a genuine difference, we'll provide a full induction, ongoing training and the support you need to build your confidence, develop your skills and grow your career.

What you will do

• Support individuals with daily routines and personal care where required
• Encourage independence and confidence in everyday life
• Support people with household tasks and developing practical life skills
• Support individuals to access work, education, volunteering and social activities
• Act as a key worker where appropriate
• Maintain accurate records using digital systems
• Work alongside colleagues, families and other professionals
• Promote a safe, inclusive and person centred environment

About you

You don't need previous experience in care to be successful in this role. We're looking for someone with compassion, a positive attitude and a genuine desire to support others. You'll have good communication skills, basic IT skills and be keen to learn.

You will hold, or be willing to achieve, an SVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Social Care (depending on the role), or an equivalent qualification that meets Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) registration requirements. Experience or a qualification in supporting autistic people would be welcomed but isn't essential. This role requires membership of the PVG Scheme and registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

Why work with us?

Relief working gives you the flexibility to fit work around your lifestyle while building valuable experience in social care. You'll receive a full induction, ongoing training and the opportunity to develop your skills as part of a supportive team.

CrossReach has been at the forefront of high quality social care for over 150 years, providing loving care to people of all ages and supporting them to live life to the full whatever their circumstances.

Today we are one of the largest social care providers in Scotland, with experience across a broad range of services. We are still growing, learning, and improving, thanks to the incredible people we have the privilege to support, and all those who support us. We are part of the Church of Scotland and aim to provide social care services and specialist resources in Christ's name to further the caring work of the Church to people in challenging circumstances.

As we do our work in Christ's name you must be respectful of our Christian Ethos and be able to work within it.

This post requires you to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks. You will also be required to be registered with SSSC and it is your professional responsibility to ensure that you meet the standards and criteria for registration.

We have a legal obligation to ensure that we do not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category.

We are committed to ensuring that we attract, retain, and develop the very best people to build a diverse and talented team and we recognise that every individual’s unique background, experience and ability contributes to our success. We aim to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected and where people can belong, thrive and be their very best, whoever they are.

Workplace and Role Accessibility Supplements (attached below)

This guide outlines the physical, environmental, and location based aspects of the role to help you understand how the work is carried out and whether it's right for you. It may also help you identify any adjustments or support that would enable you to do your best work. We welcome conversations about what you personally need to work within our services, and we're committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you where possible.