Support Worker - Bellahouston (Glasgow)

Sense Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Sense Scotland is seeking nurturing and friendly Support Workers to help adults with complex communication and sensory needs live fulfilling lives in their community. You will support activities, develop life skills, and assist with daily tasks in residents' homes, with on-the-job training and opportunities to expand skills.

You will work a variety of shifts, including weekends and nights on a rota, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, patience, and compassionate care for others.

Qualifications

• We value genuine passion to make a difference in the life of someone with additional support needs.
• Good team-working skills and a positive attitude are essential qualities.
• Ability to communicate effectively and use your own initiative.
• Strong work ethic and organised to support routines.
• Eager to develop and have a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with complex communication and sensory needs to enjoy activities and daily life.
• Develop life skills such as communication, social interaction, and independence.
• Assist with personal care, meal preparation, medication administration, and household tasks at residents' homes.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Initiative

Patience

Caring

Job description

About us

Looking for a rewarding career in Social Care?

At Sense Scotland, we take immense pride in our work and are currently seeking new talent to join us in supporting individuals with their everyday lives. Our vision is to help those we support lead fulfilling and happy lives, enabling them to achieve their own ambitions. We prioritise strong values, fostering warm relationships, and creating positive experiences. We value input from all staff members, ensuring meaningful outcomes through the commitment to our core values.

Join us in making a real difference and embark on a fulfilling journey at Sense Scotland.

Important Information - before applying, please note;

• We do NOT currently offer visa sponsorship for our vacancies and would therefore ask that you do not apply if you require sponsorship.

About the service

We are looking for nurturing and friendly Support Workers to join the Team at Sense Scotland. This is more than a job - it's your chance to make a difference within your community by the work you do, supporting individuals to lead the most fulfilling life possible.

You will work directly with adults, who have complex communication and sensory needs, supporting them to enjoy their chosen activities like going out to lunch, meeting friends, going to the gym/swimming or simply taking a walk. You will work closely with individuals to help develop life skills such as communication, social interaction skills and their independence. In their homes you will support with personal care, assist with meal preparation, medication administration and household tasks like cleaning and laundry.

Once you start your journey with Sense Scotland, you will receive the best possible support while you navigate your way through your first weeks and beyond. On offer is one-to-one on the job training, in-house face to face training with our experts and the opportunity to expand your skills and knowledge through our e-learning packages.

Available hours and shift patterns:

Current vacancies extend to full time [37 hours] and part time (minimum of 21 hours up to 35 hours per week) and relief hours. You'll work a variety of shifts on a rota system, including:

• Early and late shifts
• Sleepovers and night shifts [occasional]
• Weekends and public holidays

This flexibility ensures we can meet the needs of the people we support, while giving you a role where no two days are the same.

About you

At Sense Scotland what is important is that all our staff have a genuine passion to make a difference in the life of someone with additional support needs.

What you will need to succeed

• Good team-working skills and a positive attitude are essential qualities
• Ability to communicate effectively and use your own initiative
• Strong work ethic and organised to support routines
• Able to prioritise and manage workloads
• Eager to develop
• A genuine passion for caring for others
• Patience and understanding

If you value the power of a smile and want to make a positive impact by helping those, we support engage in activities they love, this role is for you. Whether you have experience in health and social care and seek a better work-life balance or are considering a career change to start in social care, we want to hear from you!

Working for us

We offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment. View our Work With Us Information Pack.