Support Workers

Key; Newton Stewart; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Scotland is looking for passionate Support Workers to join their team in Newton Stewart. This role focuses on empowering individuals through dedicated support within the community. Candidates will benefit from comprehensive training, competitive pay, and a strong support system.

Benefits

Competitive annual leave

Company sick pay

Paid Membership of Disclosure Scotland’s PVG Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Full, in-depth training for your role

Access to occupational health support

Qualifications

• Experience in a support role preferred.
• Willingness to undergo training and development.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals within short breaks and support services.
• Empower and assist clients in their daily activities.
• Work collaboratively with families to enhance individual lives.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

SVQ qualification

Job description

Position Type: Full Time, Part Time, Supply/Casual/Relief

Hours: 35 hours per week

Being a support worker is a role where you can make every day matter. It's a job with challenges that make your heart beat faster, where you can give something of yourself and empower amazing people on their journey.

We are looking for Support Workers to join our well-established team in Newton Stewart, supporting individuals within our short breaks and support services in the area.

At the heart of everything we do is the belief that great support leads to a great life. That’s why we work closely with each individual and their family to ensure they can live life to the fullest.

Want to know more about what it’s like to be a Support Worker? Scroll to the bottom of this page to watch our short films and hear directly from our team. You can also view the full Support Worker job description for more details on the role.

If you would like to get involved in support work but cannot commit to a contract because you have other commitments, we also have opportunities to join our register of relief workers who provide support based on their availability.

We are passionate about being the best employer we can be, ensuring our staff feel supported and valued in their roles. As well as being part of a supportive, local team, you will be eligible for the following:

• Main Grade Hourly rate of £12.60 (Pay Award Pending)
• Induction and Relief Register rate £12.60.
• Sleepover hourly rate of £12.60.
• Enhanced rate for waking nights.
• Competitive annual leave and company sick pay.
• Payment of annual SSSC fees for contracted Support Workers.
• Enhanced pay for work on targeted Public Holidays.
• Paid Membership of Disclosure Scotland’s PVG Scheme.
• Full, in-depth training for your role.
• Fully funded SVQ qualification with support provided to achieve this.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free confidential counselling, advice and support on a wide range of issues.
• Free access to occupational health support.
• Credit Union Membership.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Access to Costco Membership.
• Access to Blue Light Card/Blue Light Ticket registration which offer a range of discounts and savings.