Support Worker (Supported Housing) - Older People - ID3603-228 - Newton Stewart (AC)

Trust Housing Association; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A national housing and support provider is seeking a Support Worker to assist older people at Ashgrove Court in Scotland. The role involves ensuring tenants receive necessary support, helping with meal delivery, and promoting independence. Candidates should have a qualification in Health & Social Care and relevant experience. The position offers 16.75 contracted hours per week at a competitive rate of £13.00 per hour, along with generous holiday entitlement and paid training opportunities.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Paid training

Professional Membership covering PVG

Qualifications

• Experience working with older people or vulnerable members of the community.
• Ability to assist with meal delivery and support in dining rooms.

Responsibilities

• Ensure support according to personal plans for tenants.
• Assist with daily meal delivery and dining room support.

Skills

Experience with older people

Understanding of personal care needs

Communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

Qualification in Health & Social Care

Job description

Trust Housing Association have exciting opportunities for a Support Worker (Older People) to join our teamat Ashgrove Court, Newton Stewart, Dumfries & Galloway DG8 6TJ.

In return for your enthusiasm and commitment as a Supported Housing Worker we will offer you: -

• 16.75 contracted hours per week worked over average 3 days (4-weekly rotas will involve a mixture of days in a given week)
• Competitive hourly rate of £13.00 per hour
• Generous Holiday Entitlement
• Paid PVG check & Professional Membership including SSSC
• Access to paid training and a vocational qualification

What we’re looking for in our Support Workers:

You’ll be working with our tenants to make sure they receive the support identified in their personal plan ensuring they continue to enjoy as much independence as possible. You will assist with meal delivery and provide support in the dining room, there may also be very occasional kitchen duties. It’ll be rewarding looking after those who rely on the support and dedication you’ll bring to this important role.

Support Worker Skills and Experience:

Ideally, you will have an appropriate qualification in Health & Social Care and previous experience of working with older people or other vulnerable members of a community, so you will understand their needs and know how to meet these. If you are successful in joining our team we can provide you with fantastic opportunities to develop your experience or enhance your career in social care and assist with your ongoing continued personal development.

To Apply:

Please complete and submit our online application form no later than 12 noon on Wednesday 20th August 2025. For an informal chat about this opportunity please contact Diane McInnes, Supported Housing Co-ordinator, on 01671 403 880 or email at [e-mail] .

We can only accept candidates residing in the UK who already have the right to work documents. All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.

About Trust Housing:

Trust Housing Association is a national housing, support and care provider, offering a range of accommodation and support services. Primarily serving older people in our communities we also provide housing for families and individuals. We have over 4000 households across the length and breadth of Scotland, from the Highlands and Islands all the way down to the Borders.

Trust is an Investor in People Platinum accredited employer and a great place to work.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Trust Housing Association is a Registered Scottish Charity - SC009086