Support Worker - Residential & Community Outreach

Capability Scotland; Perth; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days annual leave

Up to 8% employer pension contribution

£600 Refer a Friend bonus

Perks at Work discount scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card and Concerts for Carer

Job summary

Capability Scotland is seeking caring and dedicated Support Workers for Residential, Day Services and Community Outreach across Perth. You will support adults with complex disabilities in homes, a day hub, and in the wider community, helping them live independently and pursue personal goals.

Roles include varied patterns across 18–37 hours weekly, with full-time, part-time, relief, and flexible contracts. Comprehensive benefits and training are offered.

Qualifications

• Have a caring, compassionate and person-centred approach.
• Are passionate about supporting adults with disabilities.
• Have experience in social care, community support, day services or residential care settings.
• Are flexible and able to work a variety of shifts where required.
• Can build positive relationships and encourage independence.
• Are confident maintaining records and contributing to support plans.
• Are willing to travel throughout the local community.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care and support with dressing and mealtimes.
• Supporting medication administration.
• Helping people maintain independence at home and in the community.
• Supporting social outings including shopping, cinema trips, theatre visits, football matches, concerts and outdoor activities.
• Facilitating arts, crafts, hobbies and skill-building activities.
• Working one-to-one or as part of a wider support team.
• Contributing to person-centred support plans and risk assessments.
• Recording support provided and monitoring customer wellbeing.
• Supporting customers to achieve personal goals and develop new experiences.

Skills

Caring and compassionate approach

Person-centred care

Flexibility to work varied shifts

Relationship building

Record keeping and care plans

Willingness to travel in local area

Autism/brain injury/spinal injury/cere

Job description

Capability Scotland is seeking caring and dedicated Support Workers for Residential, Day Services and Community Outreach across Perth. You will support adults with complex disabilities in homes, a day hub, and in the wider community, helping them live independently and pursue personal goals.

Roles include varied patterns across 18–37 hours weekly, with full-time, part-time, relief, and flexible contracts. Comprehensive benefits and training are offered.