Support Worker- Care at Home (Aberdeenshire - Ellon/Udny/Potterton Areas)

VSA LLC; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-respected local social care charity dedicated to improving lives in the community. As a Support/Care Worker, you will provide essential support to individuals in their homes, ensuring their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and adults while enjoying a competitive salary and fantastic benefits. With opportunities for personal development and training, you will be part of a compassionate team that values your contributions and commitment to quality care. If you're motivated and passionate about helping others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Fuel Allowance

Company Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous Annual Leave

Refer a Friend Programme

Investment in Personal Development

Employee Discount Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting preferred but not mandatory.
• Compassion and responsibility are essential attributes.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to service users in their homes.
• Assist clients in maintaining independence and social networks.
• Communicate effectively and comply with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Communication Skills

Personal Care

Problem Solving

Education

Experience in a Care Setting

Health & Social Care Qualification

Job description

VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years. Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfil their potential. VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages.

At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing through a range of residential and outreach support services. Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.

VSA have an exciting opportunity available to join our care at home team as a Support/Care Worker working in Aberdeenshire covering Ellon and the surrounding areas. We have Full & Part-Time permanent positions available and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

Hours: 20 hours per week

Rota: Monday - Friday - Hours may vary but will generally start at 11am and normally finish at 5pm - Hours can be discussed at interview.

Location: Aberdeenshire - Covering Ellon, Udny, Potterton Areas, caring for service users in their own home. DRIVING LICENSE IS ESSENTIAL AS SOME HOMES ARE IN RURAL AREAS.

Salary: £12.20 per hour

We offer our Support/Care Workers fantastic benefits including:

• Fuel Allowance
• Company pension
• Employee assistance programme
• Generous annual leave
• Refer a friend programme-Receive £200 when you introduce a family member or friend to VSA
• Investment in your personal development and career through our learning and development programmes
• Access to our employee discount scheme

You will have the opportunity to support a variety of clients with a range of disabilities, various health and support needs to maintain their independence while living at home.

We are welcoming applications from motivated, compassionate and responsible candidates. Experience within a care setting is preferred, but we accept applications from individuals who are looking to progress with a career in Health & Social Care.

You will also have the added benefits of extensive training as well as the opportunity to work in a role giving great job satisfaction.

Successful applicants will be providing support to individuals in their own home setting.

Purpose of Job:

To contribute to the provision of quality services to meet the needs of service users, according to agreed VSA standards, policies and regulatory requirements.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.
• Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.
• Supporting service users in their daily living, according to their recognised and agreed needs, providing personal care where necessary, adhering to practices which promote well-being, choice, and treating people with dignity and respect.
• Assisting service users in developing and maintaining social networks and relationships.
• Assisting and encouraging service users to develop skills and knowledge to live as independently as possible, if appropriate, with reference to the risk assessment process.
• Participating in the development, implementation and review of personal plans with service users.
• Supporting service users appropriately when they experience a significant life change or loss.
• Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
• Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the postholder’s capabilities.
• Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.