Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our team in providing support and assistance to individuals in need in the East Lothian , Midlothian or Edinburgh. The ideal candidate will be reliable, friendly and have a passion for helping others. We are looking for members of staff to work 28-40 hours over 3-4 days per week. Every other weekend off. We will also consider part time applicants.

Duties:
- Follow instructions from individualised care plans to meet the clients needs
- Provide emotional support to individuals and their families
- Keep up to date with Care Inspectorate and SSSC requirements
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and communicate any concerns with your line manager
- Advocate for clients' rights and ensure they receive appropriate services
- Maintain accurate records of client interactions and progress

Qualifications:
- No prior care experience required as face to face and on the job training is provided
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential

-Applicant must hold a valid UK driving license and have access to your own car.

Benefits:
- Competitive salary £12.90 per hour, increasing to £13.40 per hour after successful probationary period (at least 3 months).

-Guaranteed 5% annual wage increase

-Travel time between clients paid for at £11.50 per hour

-Mileage paid at 45p per mile

- Always get your Birthday off

- Team meetings and events for everybody to stay in touch and feel supported
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive work environment fostering growth and learning

Are you a kind and compassionate person? Are you an experienced carer that is sick of the status quo? Join a team who are doing things differently. Our visits are minimum of one hour, we do not offer a task and go service. Instead we prioritise the building of relationships between carer and client. We prioritise our staff having a work-life balance, no rushing around, and being properly rewarded and appreciated for the good work that you do.

If you have 20+ years experience or no experience in care at all, get in touch. We are interested in expanding our team with great people, no matter professional or personal background. We look forward to speaking with you.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: £13.40 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• Referral programme
• Store discount

Physical Setting:

• Homecare

Shift:

• Day shift

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Home care: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person