Applicants outside of the UK will not be considered at this time. Please note that we are not able to provide sponsorship.
Please note that as this is a full-time position, it is not suitable for those who hold Student Visas.
The best part of my job is the people. I became a Support Worker as I wanted to help make a difference to someone’s life, however big or small.’
- Margaret, Visualise Support Worker
Positions: 37.5 Hours available
Please note that we do not currently have any sleepover or waking night shift availability.
Salary information:
Unqualified: £12.12ph
SVQ2 or equivalent in health and social care: £12.89ph
SVQ3 or equivalent in health and social care: £13.22ph
Successful candidates who have passed their probationary period will get the chance to work towards an SVQ2 or SVQ3.
Do you want to join a team that is making a real difference to people’s lives? If so, Visualise Scotland is looking to recruit committed and passionate individuals for Support Worker positions that will allow you to work as part of a close-knit, skilled, and talented team.
Working for Visualise involves supporting adults living with disabilities to have the best quality of life possible, supporting their independence and choice. This can be in our housing support, day services, or care at home. Responsibilities include:
1. Supporting people with their day-to-day life, including getting them ready in the morning and assisting with personal care and hygiene.
2. Preparing food and meals.
3. Enabling participation in hobbies and leisure activities.
4. Using public transport.
5. Administering medication and attending appointments.
6. Managing finances and accompanying them to social events.
We are looking for someone who thrives on building relationships and working in a fast-paced environment where two days are never the same. Good interpersonal skills, patience, and a willingness to learn are essential. Experience of working with people with disabilities is desirable but not essential as full training and support will be provided. Visualise provides quality support and was graded 5 (very good) by Care Inspectorate in 2020.
About Visualise Scotland
‘I think Visualise Scotland is one of the best employers in this sector’
- Support Worker
Visualise is a small Edinburgh-based charity providing support to adults who have complex support needs. The people we support are treated and respected as individuals with personalised care at the heart of what we do. We have a good record of providing high-quality support.
We are proud of our role as a local employer and we pay over the Scottish living wage. We also offer a great staff benefits package, including Sick Pay, Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay, Life Insurance and access to the Hospital Saturday Fund and a Credit Union.
We provide a comprehensive induction and a variety of training including epilepsy, first-aid, and manual handling. We are passionate about developing our employees and helping them achieve their career goals.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £12.12-£13.22 per hour
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Health & wellbeing programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Edinburgh, EH7 5QY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
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