Support Worker

British Red Cross; Inverness; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

36 days holidays

Pension up to 6%

Learning & Development

Discounts

Wellbeing support

Cycle2Work

Job summary

British Red Cross in Inverness and surrounding area is recruiting a Community Support Worker. You will provide personal, emotional and practical support to adults in their homes and community, helping them live more independently and stay connected.

The role is permanent, 35 hours per week, with a salary of £24,479 per annum. The position requires registration with the SSSC within 3 months and a Right to Work in the UK; sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting
• Experience providing personal, emotional and practical support to adults
• Ability to work evenings and weekends
• Excellent communication and caring approach

Responsibilities

• Providing personal, emotional, and practical support to adults in their own homes or community
• Supporting service users with daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, meal prep, and medication
• Liaising with health and social care professionals to ensure high-quality care
• Promoting safety and wellbeing through risk assessments and welfare checks

Job description

Community Support Worker

Location: Inverness and Dingwall area

Salary: £24,479 per annum (£13.45 per hour)

Hours: 35 per week

Contract: Permanent

Additional Requirement: Successful candidates will be required to register with the Scottish Social Security Council (SSSC) within 3 months of starting.

Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

Do you want to make a real difference in someone’s life every single day? Are you looking for a rewarding role that could kick start your career in the health and social sector?

We’re looking for someone kind, upbeat, and great with people to join our Health and Care team as a Service Support Worker. If you’re patient, caring, and love helping others, you could make a real difference every day. No formal care experience? That’s okay. If you can make someone feel safe, supported, and valued, you’re exactly who we’re looking for.

As a Service Support Worker, you’ll be a lifeline for people who may be struggling due to age, illness, or vulnerability. You’ll help them live more independently and feel more connected. This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships, grow your skills, and give back to your community. With plenty of opportunities to progress, it’s a role that can grow with you.

What day in the life of a Support Worker involve?

• Providing personal, emotional, and practical support to adults in their own homes or community.
• Supporting service users with daily living tasks like bathing, dressing, meal prep, and medication.
• Liaising with health and social care professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
• Promoting safety and wellbeing through risk assessments and welfare checks.

To be a successful Support Worker, what will you need?

• Excellent communication skills and a caring, respectful approach.
• Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship.
• Experience supporting people with physical, sensory, or mental health needs.
• Knowledge of community care resources and risk assessments.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, and a willingness to register with the SSSC.

Interested? The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Sunday 30th August2026.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

• Flexible working: Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Learning & Development: A range of career & learning opportunities.
• Discounts: Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform..
• Wellbeing Support: Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK-based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme.

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.

Together, we are the world's emergency responders