Support worker – Falkirk

Do you want to make a real difference in the life of someone with support needs?

Full-time or part-time work available in Falkirk, providing individual support to empower a young man taking steps towards greater independence. You need to be able to drive for this position.

We need support workers to work in Falkirk, supporting a young man to manage his daily anxieties. He lives in his own home and his support workers will help him to access local amenities and resources within the community, as well as accompanying him in pursuing his hobbies. He enjoys swimming and being outdoors, as well as going on day trips by car, bus or train. He also loves story books, songs and playing games on his tablet. Experience is not required as paid training is provided.

• We have full-time, part-time and casual vacancies available
• £21,352 – £22,165 per annum, pro rata and based on 39-hour work week
• Casual hourly rate: £10.50 per hour
• Sleepover payment of £84. Sleepovers are not counted as part of your contracted hours, and are paid in addition to your regular salary

Being able to drive and having a car you can use for work is a requirement. You would be able to claim mileage on qualifying journeys.

Candidates must be great communicators and problem solvers, and be fully committed to The Action Group’s values of equality, inclusion and opportunity for all. Many of our support workers go on to complete formal qualifications in social care as they develop their professional skills, or do support work while they study.

Benefits include

• Pension
• 24/7 employee assistance programme, with access to free legal advice and counselling
• Good annual leave entitlements
• Ongoing support, training and development opportunities
• TAG Rewards – our exclusive discounts and savings programme
• Travel time payable where applicable
• Mileage allowance where applicable

Please note we are only able to get in touch with successful candidates

To apply, please read the job description and complete the application form.

You can also download the application form in MS Word format if you prefer.

The application closing date for this position is Thursday, 16 June 2022 at 09:00.