Job Description
Supporting Independence, One Day at a Time
Why Join Trust?
At Trust, we help people live independently, safely and with dignity. As part of our supportive, values-led team, you’ll make a positive difference to older people across Scotland every day. We offer competitive pay above the minimum wage, aligned with Living Wage rates, generous annual leave and pension contributions. You’ll also receive wellbeing support, paid training and development, and, where applicable, role-specific benefits such as uniform, SVQ support, paid SSSC membership and a paid PVG Disclosure check.
About the Role
As a Later Living Support Worker, you will help older people stay independent, connected and confident in their own community.
You will provide practical housing and wellbeing support, helping customers maintain their homes and tenancies, take part in community life, access services and feel safe within their development.
A Typical Day Might Include
A typical day might include supporting customers with practical tasks, encouraging independence, helping people take part in activities, responding to customer needs or concerns, working with colleagues and partners, and keeping accurate support records.
About You
We’re looking for someone warm, reliable and customer-focused who enjoys supporting older people, communicates clearly and respectfully, and can build positive relationships with customers, colleagues and external partners.
You don’t need to be a digital expert, but you should be comfortable using online systems, emails and digital records as part of your day-to-day work.
Vacancy Summary
This role is based at Parkhead Court, Dumfries, Dumfries & Galloway DG1 3JF.
Hours: 16.75 hours, 3 days per week, on a 4-week rolling rota
Salary: £14.04 per hour
Contract type: Permanent / Part Time
Please check the location, hours and working pattern before applying to make sure the role is suitable for you.
Ready to Apply?
If you want to help older people stay connected, confident and independent, we would love to hear from you.
To learn more about the role, view the full job description on our careers page and apply today.
If you have any questions about this role, please contact Marion MacAskill, Care & Support Partner at marionma@trustha.org.uk .
Important Information
Trust is committed to fair, inclusive and values-led recruitment. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as we cannot provide sponsorship for this role. This role requires PVG Scheme membership and/or an appropriate Disclosure check, and any offer will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. No agencies please.
