Support Worker - 00/Mauchline/WL

Ayrshire Independent Living Network; Mauchline; On-site; GBP 6,026 - 7,365; Full time

Job summary

Ayrshire Independent Living Network is seeking two Support Workers for a new service starting in Mauchline, with roles offering 15 hours each and a six‑month probationary period. Employment is fully contracted and hours will be discussed at interview.

A driver is essential due to the rural location; Disclosure Scotland, PVG check and two references are required before starting. Pay is issued four‑weekly and benefits include a supportive team and opportunities to contribute to service development

Qualifications

• Experience caring for adults with additional support needs.
• Driving licence and willingness to use a scheduled vehicle.
• Strong communication and patient attitude.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends/evenings.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with wheelchair and hoist use.
• Assist with light food preparation and hydration.
• Support attendance at college once a week and social interaction.
• Maintain a safe and tidy home and hygiene.
• Use a mobility vehicle for local trips within motability rules.
• Encourage choice and independence in daily activities.
• Contribute to development and improvement of the new service.

Skills

Adult care experience

Driving license

Strong communication

Flexibility

Job description

2 Support Workers Required For a New Service Starting (DRIVER ESSENTIAL DUE TO RURAL LOCATION).

Work 15 hours per role with flexibility. Six‑month probationary period. Reference: 00/Mauchline/WL. Employment is fully contracted; hours will be discussed at interview.

Personnel will be required to complete a Disclosure Scotland application before starting. Two references and a PVG check are mandatory; the PVG fee will be refunded by the employer. Pay is issued four‑weekly, directly to a bank account.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care (showering, dressing, washing) and support with wheelchair and hoist use for a young man with additional support needs.
• Assist with light food preparation, meal prompting, and ensure regular hydration.
• Support the individual when attending college once a week and facilitate social interaction.
• Maintain a safe and tidy home environment, removing hazards and ensuring hygiene.
• Use a mobility vehicle for local trips (town, cinema, etc.) while complying with motability and insurance restrictions.
• Offer encouragement to promote choice and freedom in daily activities, and support independence.
• Contribute to the development and ongoing improvement of the new support service.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for adults with additional support needs, including wheelchair or hoist use.
• Driving licence and willingness to use a scheduled vehicle (motability restrictions noted).
• Strong communication skills and a caring, patient attitude.
• Ability to work flexibly, including potential weekend or evening hours.

To apply, please quote Ref – 00/Mauchline/WL and send your application to [e-mail].