Support Worker

THE BRITISH RED CROSS SOCIETY; Dundee; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

36 days annual leave

Pension scheme (up to 6%)

Wellbeing support

Learning & development

Death in service

Cycle2Work

Job summary

The British Red Cross Society in Dundee is seeking a compassionate visiting support worker to assess needs and tailor home-based care plans for people living independently. You will support daily living activities and work closely with health and social care professionals to ensure seamless, person-centred care.

The role requires strong communication, empathy and flexibility to cover evenings and weekends, with a focus on helping individuals regain independence and confidence in their own homes.

Qualifications

• Empathy and strong communication are essential.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to cover evenings and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Visiting service users in their homes to assess needs and create tailored support plans.
• Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing and meal preparation.
• Liaise with health, housing and social care professionals to ensure consistent support.
• Carry out welfare checks and help individuals rebuild their independence.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Independence

Flexibility

Job description

Do you want to make a real difference in someone’s life every single day?

Are you passionate about helping people live independently in their own homes? Do you thrive in fast-paced, person-centred environments? As a

• Visiting service users in their homes to assess needs and create tailored support plans.
  
• Assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
  
• Liaising with health, housing, and social care professionals to ensure consistent support.
  
• Carrying out welfare checks and helping individuals rebuild their independence.

• Experience supporting people with physical, sensory, or mental health needs.
  
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
  
• Knowledge of NHS and social care services, and how to access them.
  
• A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends.

• Flexible working:Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
• Holidays:36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus the option to buy extra leave.
• Pension Scheme:Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Recognition Platform:Managers can reward great work with retail vouchers.
• Discounts:Discounts through our Reward Gateway, Blue Light Card, Tickets for Good, and more.
• Wellbeing Support:Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
• Learning & Development:A range of career and learning opportunities.
• Will Writing Service:Access to a free will writing service.
• Death in Service: A tax-free lump sum paid to your beneficiary in the event of your death.
• Cycle2Work:Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident and Carers Confident employer.

We are dedicated to building an inclusive, equitable and wellbeing‑focused culture where everyone feels safe, valued and can thrive. Guided by our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing Strategy, we foster belonging, psychological and physical wellbeing, and work to remove barriers to fair opportunities. Grounded in compassion and anti‑racist practice, we listen to diverse voices, value lived experience and create environments where staff and volunteers can succeed. Join us and be part of an organisation that leads with care, celebrates difference and helps everyone succeed.