Working for Erskine: “ERSKINE is an iconic Scottish charity, formed in 1916 by Scotland’s compassionate response to the horrors of war. A century later, we still believe that Veterans and their families deserve our utmost respect and compassion, for the sacrifices they made and the challenges they now face. At Erskine, we work as a dedicated team to ensure that Veterans of all ages are cared for to the highest of standards in a beautiful, fun-filled environment, made up of two care homes and a Veterans Village of cottages, activities centre and apartments. Working in social care can be demanding. However, at Erskine it will also be rewarding and fulfilling. You will be making an incredible difference to the lives of our residents and their loved ones, at a critical time. We value skills and qualifications, but we prize kindness and compassion, above all. Our team is crucial to providing the best care possible, so we recognise and reward our employees with benefits including employer pension contribution, fantastic career opportunities, and enhanced annual leave. If you are kind and committed, then you do have what it takes to be part of the team here at Erskine The ultimate aim is exceptional care and support to our ex-service community and everyone in every role, in every department plays their part.” INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY Community Support Worker Covering Renfrewshire, Inverclyde & West Dunbartonshire Area Part-time role 24 or 30 hours per week, 4 or 5 days worked between Monday to Friday Core hours 10:00am – 4:30pm Grade 2 Salary £23,400 (pro rata), £12 per hour Internal Secondment (permission by line manager required before applying) until 01.05.2025 Closing Date: Sunday, 23 rd February 2025 The Role: The postholder will participate as part of a team providing support to Veterans and spouses/partners, in their own homes and local communities within the Renfrewshire, Inverclyde and West Dunbartonshire areas, enabling them to live as full, active and independent a life as possible, aligned to the individual assessed needs. Support at Home includes: having someone to talk to, help around the home, help with errands and shopping, escorted trips for activities, and help getting to and from appointments. A minimum of 1 years’ experience in care or support setting is essential. Full driving licence and access to a car for work is required. Support at Home does not include delivering any personal care and does not replace any care services already in place. The Support at Home is currently a Pilot Project for a period of 2 months. If you would like any further information about this role, please contact Gordon Johnston - Project Manager by phone on 0141 814 4576 or by email gordon.johnstonerskine.org.uk Benefits: Dayforce Wallet – employees have the power to request up to 50% of their earned pay, on-demand, in between pay periods with Dayforce Wallet Successful candidates for this post will receive a welcome bonus of £500 (pro rata for part time) paid in instalments - £250 after 3 months service and a further £250 after 6 months service 28 days annual leave plus 5 public holidays, increasing to 33 days per year, at the rate of 1 additional day for 5 years Employer pension contribution Re-imbursement of professional care fees Structured Induction programme Flexible working considered Opportunities for training & development Enhanced sick & maternity pay In-house Occupational Health Service Health and Wellbeing Scheme Blue Light Card Please note: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Erskine are unable to provide sponsorship. If you are selected for interview, you will receive an invite by email (please ensure you check your spam / junk mailbox). The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure Scotland check. Where a candidate has resided in the UK for less than five years and lived / remained in a country for six months or more, in addition to a Disclosure/PVG, they will be asked to complete a criminal records check application via HireRight. Please apply online at erskine.org.uk/careers. If you require the application in another format please contact the HR Department on 0800 085 7191. Erskine are an Equal Opportunities Employer Erskine Veterans Charity is the trading name of Erskine Hospital | Company No. SC174103 | Registered Charity SC006609 Other details Job Family Community Pay Type Salary Min Hiring Rate £23,400.00 Max Hiring Rate £23,400.00