Support Worker

Job Description

Make a Difference Every Day

Join Moray Council’s Health & Social Care team and help transform lives. As a Support Worker, you’ll provide care and support to adults and children with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs, empowering them to live independently and participate fully in their communities.

Requirements

Your Career Starts Here

Are you passionate about improving people’s lives?

Do you want a role where every day makes a real difference?

Look no further than a rewarding career in health and social care!

Whether you’re experienced in social care or looking to start your career, we’ll give you the tools to succeed. We’ll sponsor you to achieve your SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, giving you the skills and confidence to thrive in this sector. This it’s a chance to build a rewarding career where you’ll empower others, create meaningful change, and grow professionally.

With Moray Council, you’ll have access to structured training, mentoring, and clear progression routes, so you can build a future in social care while making an impact today.

Why Join Us?

• Career Progression: Many of our roles are filled by internal candidates who progress through the organisation.
• Qualification Sponsorship: We’ll support you to achieve your SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care—no prior qualification required.
• Flexible Working: Our 24/7 service offers a wide range of shift patterns to fit your lifestyle and support work-life balance.
• Employee Benefits: Cycle to Work scheme; Discounts with local businesses; EE mobile discount for you and your family and many more.
• Wellbeing Support: Occupational health and counselling services available when needed.
• Learning & Development: Access to training, mentoring, and external qualifications for career growth. 
• Generous leave: 28 days annual leave entitlement, rising to 33 days, plus 7 days fixed public holidays pro rata.
• Pension Scheme: We cover two-thirds of the cost for employees in the North East Scotland Pension Fund.
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Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Provide direct support to individuals with complex needs, including autism and behaviours that cause concern.
• Enable participation in community activities to promote independence and social inclusion.
• Support health-related needs, including administering medication and personal care.
• Maintain safe and clean living environments and assist with daily living tasks.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, and other professionals to deliver quality care.
• Participate in ongoing training and development, including trauma-informed practice and physical intervention techniques.

The Individual

What We’re Looking For

• Compassion, flexibility, and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Good practical and observational skills.
• Willingness to undertake SVQ Level 2, register with the SSSC and hold a PVG membership.
• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations and reflect on practice.
  (Previous experience in social care is desirable but not essential - we’ll provide full training.)

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want a rewarding career with excellent benefits, we’d love to hear from you. If you have any questions about the role or application process, please contact: Emma Topping on 01343 842390

Closing date: 6th May 2026
Starting salary: £27282.32
£14.18 per hour
37 hours per week