Support Worker

Quarriers; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Quarriers Dunn Street Service in Clydebank is seeking Support Workers to provide vital support for adults. The role includes varied responsibilities and requires qualities like compassion, problem-solving, and reliability. Successful candidates will enjoy competitive pay, training opportunities, and benefits including SVQ qualification pathways and a generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement: 29 days + 4 public holidays

SVQ qualification opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Life Assurance Benefit

Christmas savings scheme

Access to free health services

Family-friendly policies

Training and development support

Refer-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• Compassion and kindness to support individuals.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Reliable and resilient listener.

Responsibilities

• Provide a variety of support to adults aged 18-70.
• Flexible duties and 1-2-1 support.
• Work variable night shifts and sleepover shifts.

Skills

Compassion

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

SVQ qualifications

Job description

If you are passionate about supporting others, then a Support Role at Quarriers is the job for you! We have an excellent opportunity to join our Dunn Street Service.

Your new opportunity

We are Quarriers Dunn Street Service, based in Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire. Dunn Street is a 6-bedded Short Break Service supporting Adults aged 18-70 from the West Dunbartonshire area.

We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team in providing vital support to the people who use our service, while giving their Carers the well-deserved break they require.

Your duties are varied, and no two days will be the same. We require our Support Workers to be flexible.

We also provide 1-2-1 support, with an overnight rate in place for staff.

Due to the location of our service, having a driving license is desirable.

Night shifts start at 10pm and finish at 9am Monday to Friday, and at 8am on Saturday and Sunday. The rota includes 4 nights one week and 3 nights the following. Sleepover shifts are paid at an hourly rate of £13.58 and offer extra earning potential.

Above all, we want Support Workers who share our values:

• A commitment to excellence and being the best we can
• Outcome-focused - enabling people we support to achieve their goals
• Showing dignity and respect to all people you work with
• Being open and honest with those we support and work with

What you will need to succeed/bring to the role

• Compassion and kindness to support people in their daily lives
• Enthusiasm and self-motivation
• Ability to apply transferable life experience and skills to support and enable individuals
• Excellent problem-solving skills, driven by positive outcomes
• Resilient, reliable, and an excellent listener
• A full driving license is desirable

What you will get in return

• Opportunity to gain SVQ qualifications via our accredited centre
• Generous holiday entitlement: 29 days + 4 public holidays, rising to 34 days after 5 years
• Training, support, learning, and development
• Opportunity to make a difference in someone's life
• Family-friendly policies
• 24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme
• £500 refer-a-friend scheme (T&Cs apply)
• Life Assurance Benefit
• Access to free health services (physiotherapy & occupational health)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Christmas savings scheme

Full details are available in the attached Job Role Profile. Successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within three months of start date.

Quarriers holds Investors in People Platinum accreditation.

About Us

Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities, providing practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults, and families facing challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality to bring about positive change in people's lives.