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Ref no:
THA00098
Published:
20/01/2022
Closes:
03/02/2022
Location:
9 Dalrymple Court, DG9 7HT
Rate:
£10.02 per hour
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Part Time
Hours:
16.75 hours per week

Trust Housing Association has an exciting opportunity for a Support Worker (Older People) to join our team in Dalrymple Court, Stranraer.

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

  • 16.75 contracted hours per week
  • Competitive hourly rate of £10.02
  • Generous Holiday Entitlement
  • Paid PVG check
  • 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. As one of our Supported Housing Workers you will be required to work 67 hours per four weeks, worked on a rolling rota. Within the rolling rota pattern, you will have every alternative weekend off. 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