Support Worker (Housing – Older People)

Job Description

Role:  Support Worker (Housing – Older People)

Salary: £11.15 per hour

Location: Stornoway, HS1 2LA

Job type: Permanent /Part Time 16.75 hours

Job Ref: ID303-0125

Closing Date: Tuesday 23rd January 2024

Trust Housing Association has an exciting opportunity for a Support Worker (Older People) to join our team at Matheson Road, Stornoway.

In return for your enthusiasm and commitment as a Supported Housing Worker we will offer you: –

16.75 contracted hours per week worked over a rolling rota.

Competitive hourly rate of £11.15 per hour

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Paid PVG check & Professional Membership including SSSC

Access to paid training and a vocational qualification

Option to work additional bank cover hours via our agency

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.

About Trust Housing:

Trust Housing Association is a national housing, support and care provider, offering a range of accommodation and support services. Primarily serving older people in our communities we also provide housing for families and individuals. We have over 3,600 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, 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