Support Worker - Older People

Role: Bank Support Worker (Housing - Older People)

Salary: £9.87 per hour

Location: Parkhead Court, Dumfries DG1 3JF

Job type: Casual

Job Ref: TSA-24

Closing Date: Thursday 24th June 2021

Trust Housing Association Ltd has an exciting opportunity for a Bank Support Worker to join our team at Dumfries working on an as and when required basis to cover for staff training, holidays and other absences. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment as a Bank Support Worker we will offer you: -

· Competitive hourly rate of £9.87 per hour

· Paid Disclosure Scotland check

· Access to paid training

What we’re looking for in our Care & Support Workers:

You’ll be working with our tenants to make sure they receive the support identified in their personal plan ensuring they continue to enjoy as much independence as possible. It’ll be rewarding looking after those who rely on the support and dedication you’ll bring to this important role.

Support Worker Skills and Experience:

Ideally, you will have an appropriate qualification in Health & Social Care and previous experience of working with older people or other vulnerable members of a community, so you will understand their needs and know how to meet these. 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. Cooking is an essential task; therefore, applicants should have a keen interest and be able to cook for up to 12 people as we have an evening meal service for tenants. Working in partnership with other care providers and health care support is also an important element to support tenants with their changing needs.

Trust is an Investor in People Gold accredited employer, a Leader in Diversity 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