Care & Support Worker (HCW) Older People (ID1982-1814)

­­­­­­­­­Could you be part of our team?

Due to internal career progression within our team, we have exciting vacancies for four Care & Support Workers. It’s an excellent job opportunity for those who live in and around Duns and the Scottish Borders.

As a Care & Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting older and vulnerable adults in their own homes. Operating between 7am and 10pm seven days a week, you'll provide assistance with daily living tasks based on individual care plans. Whether it's administering medication, personal support, or helping with meals, your empathetic approach will make a real difference to our tenants' lives. You’ll have the time to get to know our residents and are trusted to give each person the care and support they need, in the way they like.

• Location: Longfield Crescent, Duns, Scottish Borders, TD11 3FG
• Hourly Rate: £12.25 - £12.50 per hour
• Availability: Flexible shifts (morning and back shifts) including alternate weekends
• Guaranteed Hours: 23.5 to 28.5 hours on a rolling 2-week rota basis
• Job Type: Permanent Contract
• On-Site Working: Our tenants are all based within our housing development of extra care flats and cottages, designed for later living all within 1 location.
• Living Wage Employer: We value our team members and offer competitive pay.
• Training and Development: Access to paid training, ongoing development, and SVQ qualifications.
• Supportive Environment: Join a welcoming, friendly, and inclusive culture.
• Career Progression: Real opportunities to grow within our committed team.
• Additional Benefits: Car parking, uniform, generous annual leave, pension contributions, paid SSSC membership and paid PVG Disclosure check.

Care & Support Skills and Experience:

The ideal candidate:

• Has experience in the care sector and working with older people or other vulnerable members of a community, so you will understand their needs and know how to meet these.
• Holds an SVQ in Health and Social Care or relevant qualification.
• Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills.
• Possesses basic IT skills.

Previous experience is preferred but not essential; we provide comprehensive training and support. What matters most is your passion, empathy, and dedication to helping our tenants live their lives to the fullest.

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.

Join our outstanding and committed team, learn from experienced colleagues, and contribute to a supportive environment. Your role as a Care & Support Worker will make a meaningful difference every day.

Please note this role is subject to satisfactory interview, references and a PVG check. You will be required to register with the SSSC, complete mandatory training within a timeframe and the commitment to studying for an SVQ in Care & Support if you do not already hold this qualification.

Successful applicants will be interviewed as applications are received.

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.

How to Apply

Our online application should be submitted no later than 12 noon on Monday 25th November 2024.

If you live in Duns or close by, are friendly, approachable, and committed to making a positive impact, then we want to hear from you!

Click the Apply Button Now! -If the Care & Support Worker role sounds like the career for you.

Example Rota Shifts:- 7.30am – 10am, 7am – 3pm, 4pm – 10pm

If your availability is slightly different, we would love to speak with you to find shifts to suit your lifestyle.

We can offer you morning, evening and weekend shifts so you can have a work/home life balance too.

If you are available to assist with mornings (07:00-10:00), back shifts (17:00-22:00), or all day shifts and can work alternative weekends we want to hear from you- TODAY!

For an informal chat about this role please contact Kirstie Lamont, Housing Care Manager, on 01361 353 991 or email kirstiel@trustha.org.uk

About Trust Housing:

Trust Housing Association is a national housing, support and care provider, offering a range of accommodation and support services for over 50 years. 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