Job Description

We're recruiting experienced dedicated and compassionate Care Workers to join our nurse-led team at Cera to provide care to our clients in and around the Newton Mearns (G77) area.


You'll be providing care and support to a gentleman who has suffered a severe incomplete cervical cord injury at level C1/2 resulting in total paralysis of all four limbs and the diaphragm, who's specific needs include:

Fully ventilated 24 hours a day and uses both a dry and wet system of ventilation delivered via tracheostomy Receives all nutrition and fluids via Mic-Key Button tube Elimination managed by suprapubic catheterisation and bowel regime

Shifts include


12 hour shifts covering days from 6.45am to 7pm 12 hour shifts covering nights from 6.45pm to 7am Alternate weekend required
We provide a comprehensive clinical training and induction programme, overseen by professional nurses, to ensure you have the skills and confidence to succeed in your role working as a Care Worker in the Specialist Team. We are looking for people who have excellent people skills, are great communicators and can work effectively in a team as well as independently.

Our benefits include:

Enhanced bank holiday rates Holiday pay and pension scheme Free PVG, company mobile phone and uniform provided Access to our benefits & discounts platform WeCare, alongside being eligible for the Blue Light Card Scheme - offering you thousands of discounts on high street shopping, your weekly food shop, eating out and family activities. Exclusive discounts to help you get on the road including savings on driving lessons, fuel, car insurance, car maintenance, cycle hire and much more Enhanced maternity (12 weeks full pay), paternity and parental leave policies An industry-leading career development pathway, you will work towards your SVQ and there is plenty of opportunity for progression - 50% of our salaried roles are filled internally. Wellbeing support - including employee assistance programme, mental health first aiders, healthcare cash plan and free eye tests & contribution to the cost of glasses. Extra earnings through our referral scheme Care Friends - 500 per referral

Key Requirements:

Drivers Licence and access to a vehicle You will be subject to a PVG check and references You must have the Right to Work in the UK

We've brought homecare into the 21st century, by developing technology that streamlines administrative tasks, enhances outcomes, and allows you to focus on the most important part of your role undefined caring for our clients.


If you are looking for a truly rewarding role, where the companionship and comfort you provide will bring smiles and a sense of safety to those you care for - then apply today!


We are an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.


^In Scotland, all care staff are required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), the regulator for the social service workforce in Scotland. You must maintain your registration with SSSC and ensure your annual renewal is completed. You must also work towards your SVQ2 which Cera will fund however, there will be an SVQ registration fee which will be payable by the employee.