Could you be part of our team?
Trust Housing Association has an exciting vacancy for a
Care & Support Worker . It’s an excellent job opportunity for those who live in and around Duns and the Scottish Borders. About the role: As a
Care & Support Worker , you'll play a vital role in supporting older and vulnerable adults in their own homes. Operating between 8.00am and 10.00pm seven days a week, you'll provide assistance with daily living tasks based on individual care plans. Whether it's administering medication, personal support, or helping with meals, your empathetic approach will make a real difference to our tenants' lives. You'll have the time to get to know our residents and are trusted to give each person the care and support they need, in the way they like. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment as our Housing Care Worker, we will offer you: Hourly Rate:
GBP12.25 - GBP12.50 per hour Availability:
Flexible shifts (morning and back shifts) including alternate weekends Guaranteed Hours:
Average 18.5 hours over 4 days on a rolling 2-week rota basis: Mixture of weekdays and every second weekend; Week A 21 hours, Week B 16 hours, forming an average of 18.5 hours per week Day shifts start at 8.00am end time will vary; back shifts start at 4.00pm 10.00pm Job Type:
Permanent Contract On-Site Working:
Our tenants are all based within our housing development of extra care flats and cottages, designed for later living all within 1 location. Living Wage Employer:
We value our team members and offer competitive pay. Training and Development:
Access to paid training, ongoing development, and SVQ qualifications. Supportive Environment:
Join a welcoming, friendly, and inclusive culture. Career Progression:
Real opportunities to grow within our committed team. Additional Benefits:
Car parking, uniform, generous annual leave, pension contributions, paid SSSC membership and paid PVG Disclosure check. What we’re looking for in our Housing Care Worker: Has experience in the care sector and working with older people or other vulnerable members of a community, so you will understand their needs and know how to meet these. Holds an SVQ in Health and Social Care or relevant qualification. Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills. Possesses basic IT skills. Previous experience is preferred but not essential; we provide comprehensive training and support. What matters most is your passion, empathy, and dedication to helping our tenants live their lives to the fullest. Closing Date: 12 noon on Friday 24th January 2025 . If you live in Loanhead or close by, are friendly, approachable, and committed to making a positive impact, then we want to hear from you! 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. Join our outstanding and committed team, learn from experienced colleagues, and contribute to a supportive environment. Your role as a
Care & Support Worker
will make a meaningful difference every day. Should you have any questions about this role please contact
Liz Callaghan, Housing Care Manager, Customer Experience, on (phone number removed) . Please note this role is subject to satisfactory interview, references and a PVG check. You will be required to register with the SSSC, complete mandatory training within a timeframe and the commitment to studying for an SVQ in Care & Support if you do not already hold this qualification. We can only accept candidates residing in the UK who already have the right to work documents. All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry. If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our
Housing Care Worker
and you’d like to work with a prestigious and well-established company working in a person-centred culture that puts people at the heart of all we do, then we’d like to hear from you. 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 - SC(phone number removed)
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Care & Support Worker . It’s an excellent job opportunity for those who live in and around Duns and the Scottish Borders. About the role: As a
Care & Support Worker , you'll play a vital role in supporting older and vulnerable adults in their own homes. Operating between 8.00am and 10.00pm seven days a week, you'll provide assistance with daily living tasks based on individual care plans. Whether it's administering medication, personal support, or helping with meals, your empathetic approach will make a real difference to our tenants' lives. You'll have the time to get to know our residents and are trusted to give each person the care and support they need, in the way they like. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment as our Housing Care Worker, we will offer you: Hourly Rate:
GBP12.25 - GBP12.50 per hour Availability:
Flexible shifts (morning and back shifts) including alternate weekends Guaranteed Hours:
Average 18.5 hours over 4 days on a rolling 2-week rota basis: Mixture of weekdays and every second weekend; Week A 21 hours, Week B 16 hours, forming an average of 18.5 hours per week Day shifts start at 8.00am end time will vary; back shifts start at 4.00pm 10.00pm Job Type:
Permanent Contract On-Site Working:
Our tenants are all based within our housing development of extra care flats and cottages, designed for later living all within 1 location. Living Wage Employer:
We value our team members and offer competitive pay. Training and Development:
Access to paid training, ongoing development, and SVQ qualifications. Supportive Environment:
Join a welcoming, friendly, and inclusive culture. Career Progression:
Real opportunities to grow within our committed team. Additional Benefits:
Car parking, uniform, generous annual leave, pension contributions, paid SSSC membership and paid PVG Disclosure check. What we’re looking for in our Housing Care Worker: Has experience in the care sector and working with older people or other vulnerable members of a community, so you will understand their needs and know how to meet these. Holds an SVQ in Health and Social Care or relevant qualification. Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills. Possesses basic IT skills. Previous experience is preferred but not essential; we provide comprehensive training and support. What matters most is your passion, empathy, and dedication to helping our tenants live their lives to the fullest. Closing Date: 12 noon on Friday 24th January 2025 . If you live in Loanhead or close by, are friendly, approachable, and committed to making a positive impact, then we want to hear from you! 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. Join our outstanding and committed team, learn from experienced colleagues, and contribute to a supportive environment. Your role as a
Care & Support Worker
will make a meaningful difference every day. Should you have any questions about this role please contact
Liz Callaghan, Housing Care Manager, Customer Experience, on (phone number removed) . Please note this role is subject to satisfactory interview, references and a PVG check. You will be required to register with the SSSC, complete mandatory training within a timeframe and the commitment to studying for an SVQ in Care & Support if you do not already hold this qualification. We can only accept candidates residing in the UK who already have the right to work documents. All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry. If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our
Housing Care Worker
and you’d like to work with a prestigious and well-established company working in a person-centred culture that puts people at the heart of all we do, then we’d like to hear from you. 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 - SC(phone number removed)
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