Job Description

Senior Support Worker - Housing Support & Care at Home Services

Location: Glasgow

Hours: 38 per week (including evenings, weekends, sleepovers, and awaking nights as required)

Salary: 28,593 per annum

Reports to: Service Manager

About the Role

Mainstay Trust Ltd is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Senior Support Worker to join our Housing Support and Care at Home Services team. This is a rewarding opportunity to lead and support staff in delivering high-quality, person-centred care that empowers individuals to live full and inclusive lives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and collaborate with support teams to deliver effective care

Supervise, mentor, and train staff

Conduct reviews, team meetings, and ensure compliance with care plans

Maintain accurate support documentation

Support individuals with:

- Daily living tasks

- Personal care and health needs

- Budgeting and meal planning

- Medication management

- Emotional wellbeing and community engagement

What We're Looking For

A strong team player with leadership experience in social care

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work flexible shifts, including sleepovers and awaking nights as required

Commitment to promoting independence and inclusion

Qualifications & Development

Must hold or be working towards a relevant qualification as required by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)

Must hold & maintain valid SSSC registration

Completion of all mandatory and additional training

Understanding of frameworks such as The Keys to Life and Health and Social Care Standards

Additional Information

Participation in on-call duties

8 hours/week allocated for administrative tasks

Adherence to Mainstay Trust policies and SSSC Codes of Conduct

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and become part of a team that values compassion, inclusion, and excellence in care.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,593.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking
Work Location: In person