Temporary Support Worker

Bield Housing Association; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization providing care services in Glasgow is seeking a Support Worker to assist individuals with daily tasks and promote their independence. This temporary position requires good communication skills, time management, and the ability to work independently. Ideally, candidates should hold an SVQ2 in Health and Social Care, or be willing to undertake this qualification. Benefits include flexible hours and a supportive work environment focused on making a positive impact in people's lives.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Full Induction

Free core training

Occupational Sick pay

Company Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Clear communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Must obtain registration with the SSSC within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily tasks and personal care.
• Promote independence in a supportive environment.
• Administer medication as required.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work on a lone working basis

Time management and organisational skills

Education

SVQ2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Temporary Support Worker - Glasgow

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people’s lives?

Join our team as a Support Worker at Kintail Gardens and be part of a compassionate and dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care and support to our service users.

As a Support Worker at Kintail Gardens you will have the opportunity to make meaningful differences in the lives of individuals, assisting them with daily tasks, promoting independence and fostering a warm and supportive environment. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting in your career in care, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities to help you thrive in your role. Join us in creating a brighter future for the people we support

This is a temporary post to cover Maternity leave for a period of 9 months. End date for this would be 31/9/26.

Hours of employment

30 hour organised as follows:

4 days over 7 on a rotating weekends.

The Role

In your role as Support Worker, you will provide care and support to individuals in their own homes including:

• Assisting with household tasks
• Assisting and supporting with personal care, including intimate personal care
• Medication prompting/ administering

About You

You Will

• Have good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Have the ability and initiative to work on a lone working basis
• Have good time keeping, time management and organisational skills
• Hold an SVQ2 in Health and Social Care, or have the ability and willingness to undertake this qualification
• Be required to obtain registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 6 months of taking up the post

About the Benefits

• Flexible working hours - various shift patterns available dependant
• on the needs of the service
• Full Induction
• PVG costs paid for employment opportunities, 50% for Casual Workers
• Free core training
• SSSC Registration costs reimbursed
• Occupational Sick pay
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

Whilst experience in working in care is desirable it’s not essential, we want to recruit people who share our values and want to make a difference to the lives of others. If you have a genuine interest in people and supporting them to lead their best life we want to hear from you.

Sponsorship

Please note that Bield Housing and Care do not hold a licence to sponsor any visa applications at present.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) which means you must disclose all unspent and relevant spent convictions on your application.

If you require this information in an alternative format please contact us using the details above.

Bield Housing & Care Scottish Charity SC006878 I Property Factor PF000146