Support Workers

Hansel Foundation; Symington; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full induction and shadowing

Ongoing training and development

SVQ in Health & Social Care

24/7 on-call support

Generous holiday entitlement

Health cashback plan

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Hansel Foundation is seeking Support Workers for Crail & Wilson Residential Small Group Living Service in Symington. You will provide person-centred care, support daily living activities, and enable residents to live independently with dignity.

Join a committed team delivering holistic care for individuals with diverse needs, including learning disabilities and autism. The role includes day and night shifts, evenings, weekends, and sleepovers with full induction and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team players with a positive, problem-solving attitude.
• Respect for diversity and commitment to equality.
• Basic IT skills and willingness to learn.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts.
• Must be 18+ (insurance requirement)

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care in a warm, supportive environment.
• Help residents live life on their own terms — from daily routines to community outings.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with the people you support.
• Work as part of a friendly, passionate team that values inclusion and empowerment

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to learn

Flexibility to work shifts

Education

Relevant Social Care qualification

Tools

Basic IT skills

Job description

Support Workers
Crail & Wilson Residential Small Group Living Service

Expiry date: Friday 23 October 2026 at 12:00

Salary: £13.45 per hour plus benefitsRequirements: Female only*Hours: VariousLocation: Broadmeadows, Symington, KA1 5PU

Please note, we are currently unable to support sponsorship applications.

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference?

Join our dedicated team atCrail and Wilson Residential Services, where we support individuals with a range of needs — including learning disabilities, complex physical disabilities and autism — to live full, independent, and meaningful lives.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide person-centred care in a warm, supportive environment
• Help residents live life on their own terms — from daily routines to community outings
• Build strong, lasting relationships with the people you support
• Work as part of a friendly, passionate team that values inclusion and empowerment

Shift Patterns:

• Day Shift: 7:15am – 7:15pm
• Night Shift: 7:15pm – 7:15am
• Includes days, evenings, nights, weekends, and sleepovers

What We’re Looking For:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Team players with a positive, problem-solving attitude
• Respect for diversity and a commitment to equality
• Basic IT skills and a willingness to learn
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts
• Must be 18+ (insurance requirement)

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience working with people with additional needs
• Understanding of social care legislation and best practices
• Experience with support plans, risk assessments, or managing behaviours
• A relevant qualification in Social Care (or willingness to work toward one)

What You’ll Get:

• Full induction and shadowing with experienced staff
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Opportunity to gain an SVQ in Health & Social Care
• 24/7 on-call management support
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health cashback plan, employee assistance programme, and more
• A workplace where your work truly matters

Important Info:

This isRegulated Work with Adultsunder thePVG (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful applicants must join or update their PVG Scheme membership.

Hansel is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who meet the essential criteria.

This post is open to female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Ready to start a career that changes lives — including your own?

*Qualifies under the Equality Act 2010

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