Job Description

The Vacancy

Part?Time Support Worker

Quarriers Renfrewshire Supported Living Initiative

12.60 per hour 16?20 hours/week Driver essential

About us

Quarriers Renfrewshire Supported Living Initiative supports adults with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, or acquired brain injuries. We enable them to live at home and participate actively in their local community. We currently deliver 26 individual support packages, so the work is very varied and person?centred.

What the role involves

You will work mostly early or late shifts (for example, 9am?1pm, 9am?2pm, 5pm?9pm, 5pm?10pm). Occasionally, there will be shifts with early starts (7am) or late finishes (up to 11pm). Flexibility is important: you must be able to work evenings and weekends. As a Support Worker you'll assist with day?to?day living tasks, to include personal care, household routines, supporting access to community activities, helping people to live as independently as possible. You will work with different individuals, each with their own needs and preferences, adapting your support accordingly.

Requirements

A full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential for this role. Flexibility to meet changing shift patterns and availability. Commitment to providing high quality, person?centred care, respecting the individual's rights, preferences and dignity. Reliable, compassionate, good communication skills and able to work as part of a team.

What you'll gain

An opportunity to make a real difference to people's lives in your local area. Working in a varied role: no two days will be the same. Support, training and development through Quarriers' learning framework. Being part of a respected organization with strong values and a commitment to excellence.

About Us

Quarriers is one of Scotland's leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people's lives.

Benefits

Free physiotherapy and occupational health

24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme

Non-contributory life assurance scheme

Workplace pension

Christmas savings scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Long service rewards

Significant discount opportunities