Support Worker (Female)

Bield Housing and Care is one of Scotland's largest providers of housing and support services for older people, committed to helping them live independent, fulfilling lives. We are a non-profit organisation with charitable status, valuing kindness and a person-centred approach above all else.

Join our team as a Support Worker at Castlebrae Gleve and be part of a compassionate and dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care and support to our service users.

As a Support Worker, you’ll make a real difference every day by assisting individuals with daily activities, promoting independence, and helping to create a welcoming and supportive environment. Whether you’re experienced or new to care, we offer comprehensive training and development to support you.

You will provide care and support to individuals in their own homes, including:

• Assisting with household tasks
• Supporting individuals with personal care, including intimate personal care
• Prompting and administering medication
• Encouraging independence and supporting people to achieve their personal goals
• Building positive relationships and promoting wellbeing.

Working hours are 24 hours per week over 3 days.

Please note for this role, and for genuine occupational requirement reasons, we are looking to appoint Female Support Workers (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9).

• Hold an SVQ2 in Health and Social Care, or be willing to work towards this qualification
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Be able to work independently and confidently on a lone-working basis
• Demonstrate excellent time management and organisational skills
• Willing to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within six months of commencing employment.