We are seeking compassionate Support Workers to join our team in providing care and assistance to individuals in need. The role involves supporting clients at home and in the community. We have a vast amount of job vacancies, that cover a wide range of different shift patterns. There is something to suit everyone!
Responsibilities:
Assist clients with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation, and medication reminders
Provide emotional support and companionship to clients
Help with mobility and transferring of clients, including heavy lifting when necessary
Implement behaviour management strategies as required
Support clients through understanding and patience
Drive clients to appointments or outings when needed. A valid driving license, with your own vehicle and willingness to drive adapted vehicles is essential.
Full in-depth training will be provided. Overtime is readily available for staff interested.
Registration with the SSSC and Disclosure Scotland's PVG scheme, are an essential requirement of this post. Applications for both will be made only after a conditional offer of employment is made.
What we do for our employees:
£50 Gift card after 6 months of service
£100 towards Wedding costs
£25 voucher for a new baby
A treat to celebrate a significant birthday or anniversary
Employee hardship fund available
NEST pension scheme
24/7 support available through our Employee Assistance Programme
Ongoing professional development (up to SVQ level 3) and yearly training
Enhanced sick leave after 1 year of service, should you become ill
Travelling expenses are paid, for trips made within the service, at a generous 45p per mile.
What our employees say about working at Local Lanarkshire Care:
“I think I am lucky to be doing a job I love”
“LLC is a company that cares about the people they support. The management support is fantastic, have always been able to rely on support regardless of the time of the day”
“I enjoy my job and feel extremely supported by my line manager, very approachable and understanding”
“Very supportive organisation. Person centred and staff and managers really do have a vision for excellent support and care”
“No other care company compares. Highly recommend Local Lanarkshire”
**Please note that this position does not meet the eligibility for sponsorship**