Support Workers

Healthcare & Medical
Lanarkshire
April 30, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Job Specifics

  • Reference No: SD042
  • Location: Hamilton
  • Hours: Full Time & Part Time (7.30am – 1.30pm, 1.30pm – 3.30pm Social Break & 3.30pm – 9.30pm)
  • Salary: £12,75
  • Closing Date: Friday 15th May 2026
  • Why should you apply for this role: Work life balance, development and progression within a growing company.

Job Overview

Our client, a community care provider based in Hamilton. Is currently recruiting for 6 Support Workers.

Their focus is caring and they can provide as much or little support as service users require. They strongly believe that you andyour family should be able tochoose what type of care you receive, for how long , and who should provide it. Theyare keen to be flexible to suit your needs, and as a smallservice you will see the same friendly, familiar faces oneach visit which we know is what you want.

They are currently seeking 6 caring and dedicated Support Workers to join their team. They will only accept applications from candidates with a driving licence and use of a car. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing support to service users mainly in the Hamilton area. This position requires excellent communication skills, patience, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

Benefits include:

  • Company pension
  • Free or subsidised travel
  • Sick pay

Main Duties & Responsibilities Key Tasks

  • Medication assistance
  • Overnight care stays
  • 24 hour care
  • Food preparation/assistance with eating
  • Dementia care
  • Light housework and laundry
  • All aspects of personal care
  • Shopping/prescription collection
  • Social outings
  • Companionship
  • Accompanying to any appointments
  • Short term care after hospital discharge or when family on holiday
  • Live in care

Employer Expectations Skills/Knowledge/Experience etc

Essential Skills:

  • Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not required
  • Ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds and varying levels of independence
  • Knowledge of dementia care is a plus
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to follow instructions and work independently with minimal supervision
  • Work one weekend on and one weekend off

Qualifications/Tickets/Licences Required

  • Driving licence and use of car

Location

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