Flexible Support Worker

You will receive £500 if you are successfully appointed with Hillcrest Futures

£250 on successful completion of your 6 month probation period

£250 on successful completion of 12 months service

Are you passionate about caring for others? Are you looking for a new opportunity in the Adult Social Care sector with flexible hours? Do you like the idea of coming to work where no two days are the same? Then come and join our fantastic team at Hillcrest Futures!

Even if you’ve never worked in care before, that’s ok. We offer full induction training and support, and will support your continued learning and personal development throughout your career.

If you are currently working in care and looking for some additional hours to fit in around your main job, or looking for a change, then this may be an ideal opportunity for you.

We can offer a wide variety of flexible contracts with as little as one shift a month to suit any busy schedule, and help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

In return we offer a competitive salary, including a payment of £94.50 for sleepover shifts. We also offer a generous benefits package to show how appreciated you really are.

About the Benefits as a Flexible Support Worker:

• Flexible Working Hours
• Full 2 week Induction with our Futures Fast Start programme
• Free Core Training
• Free SVQ training
• Paid Annual Leave
• Sick Pay Entitlement
• PVG Costs Paid
• Full mileage paid at 55p per mile (Outreach Services)
• £200 Recommend a Friend Scheme (terms and conditions apply)

About our Services

Our services in Perth and Crieff locations provide care and support to individuals with learning disabilities, autism, transitional needs and those who are experiencing mental health issues and substance misuse.

Support is provided in all aspects of a person’s life including tenancy support, budgeting, socialising and engaging in the local community. Our services are flexible and responsive to ensure that the individual outcomes of those we support are met using a person centred approach.

There are 4 unique services in total and upon application discussions will be held with applicants regarding preferred location and service type.

About You

• You will be a good communicator, both written and verbal
• You will be organised with good time keeping
• Be able to demonstrate transferrable skills relating to care
• Hold an SVQ 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) or, demonstrate the ability and willingness to undertake required qualification for SSSC registration
• Be required to obtain registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within six months of taking up the post.