Support Worker

1st Homecare; Dumfries; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

40p per mile mileage allowance

20 days' paid holiday (pro-rata for PT

Accredited training

Mentoring and support network

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Reward Gateway discounts

Refer a Friend incentive

Recognition initiatives

Job summary

1st Homecare in Dumfries is seeking a supportive and reliable Care Worker to assist clients in their own homes. The role involves personal care, meal preparation and companionship, with full training provided.

Shift patterns include full-time, part-time and bank/relief. Mileage is paid at 40p per mile, and the company prioritises compassionate, quality care in the local community.

Qualifications

• No prior care experience required; full training and ongoing support provided.
• Excellent English communication, both spoken and written.
• Able to work on a rota basis, including alternate weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support to people in their own homes.
• Assist with meals, meal preparation and serving.
• Prompt and assist with medication as required; catheter care where needed.
• Offer companionship and emotional support to clients.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

English communication

Job description

Support Worker – Dumfries

Hourly Rate: £13.45 per hour
Mileage: Paid at 40p per mile
Shift Pattern: Full-Time | Part-Time | Bank/Relief

Join 1st Homecare – Delivering Quality Care Across Dumfries

At 1st Homecare, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care that enables vulnerable individuals to live independently, safely and comfortably in their own homes.

We are currently recruiting caring and reliable Support Workers in Dumfries to join our team and make a meaningful difference in their local community.

Shift Options

We offer a variety of shift patterns to help you balance work with your lifestyle.

Available shifts include:

• 7:00am – 7:00pm: Drivers only
• 9:30am – 2:30pm: Walkers or drivers welcome
• 4:00pm – 6:30pm: Walkers or drivers welcome
• Bank/Relief: Flexible, ad-hoc shifts based on your availability

Applicants must be able to work on a rota basis, including weekends.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing essential care and support to people in their own homes. You'll support individuals with a variety of daily living tasks, including:

• Personal care and hygiene
• Meal preparation and serving
• Medication prompts and administration
• Catheter care
• Companionship and emotional support

Every day is different, and you'll have the chance to build meaningful relationships while making a real impact in your community.

What We're Looking For

Whether you're experienced in care or looking to start a new career, we welcome applicants who have a genuine passion for helping others. No previous care experience is required, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.

We're looking for individuals who are:

• Friendly, caring and compassionate
• Organised, responsible and reliable
• Excellent communicators in spoken and written English
• Committed to delivering high standards of care
• Able to work on a rota basis, including alternate weekends
• Drivers with access to a vehicle for our 7:00am – 7:00pm shifts, although walkers are welcome to apply for our shorter shifts

This role is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Adults under the PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) Scotland Act 2007. A PVG check will be required for successful applicants.

Why Join Us?

• Uniform provided free of charge
• 40p per mile mileage allowance
• A minimum of 20 days' paid holiday a year, including bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Accredited training giving you the knowledge and skills to deliver a first-rate job
• Opportunities to develop professionally through training, mentoring and a strong support network
• Work in a collaborative, values-led environment

In addition to the above, you'll also have access to the following great benefits:

• Free Employee Assistance Programme, including a medical helpline, telephone and face-to-face counselling, debt, financial and legal information
• Reward Gateway with access to discounted goods and services
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial wellbeing scheme
• Refer a Friend Incentive Bonus (terms and conditions apply)
• Recognition initiatives

Join a team driven by values, with a mission that matters.

If you're passionate about supporting others and making a positive difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

If you have a disability, a learning difficulty, a medical condition or an individual need that you believe may affect your performance in selection, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to our processes to enable you to perform at your best, so please do let us know.