Support Worker

The Burnside Court service provides care and support within an accommodation-based setting, for 5 individuals who have additional support requirements. The individuals we support have a wide range of needs and abilities and we work in a person-centred way to assist them to achieve their outcomes.

About the Role

As a Support Worker you will:

Deliver a high standard of care for individuals, in-line with their outcome plans
Provide holistic daily living support to individuals; including assistance with cooking, cleaning, budgeting and personal care
Provide support and encouragement to enable individuals to participate in and enjoy leisure, social, and other meaningful activities
Work with other agencies and professionals to ensure the best opportunities are available to individuals in matters of health, finances, well-being and education
Work in a way that aligns with the Hillcrest values of: Inclusion, Respect, Excellence & Innovation; and follow best practice guidance, Policies & Procedures, and standards set by other agencies (such as Care Inspectorate and Scottish Social Services Council)

Have a positive attitude, flexible approach, good communication skills and share the ethos of the organisation in its aim of "helping people live better lives".
Have some previous care experience or at least be able to demonstrate transferrable skills relating to care, such as compassion, empathy, patience, adaptability and reliability.
Hold, or be willing to undertake study to achieve, SVQ2 Health & Social Care.
Be required to obtain registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 6 months of taking up the post

32 days minimum annual leave (based on full time hours)
Option to buy or sell annual leave (subject to eligibility)
Family Friendly Policies
Death in Service (three times annual salary or a minimum of £10,000)
Defined contribution pension scheme available - contributions = 5% Employee and 4% Employer
Home and Tech Scheme: Spread the cost through salary sacrifice and save up to 8% on thousands of home and tech products at John Lewis, IKEA and Currys (subject to eligibility)
Cycle to Work Scheme: Spread the cost through salary sacrifice and save up to 47% on bikes and accessories (up to £2,000) (subject to eligibility)
Enhanced Health Care Package including:
£50 towards chiropody and podiatry
£60 towards dental care
£75 towards the costs of eye related care
£150 towards Practitioner fees, including physiotherapy
£200 Birth and Adoption grant (subject to eligibility)
£200 towards specialist consultations and investigations
Unlimited access to online, telephone and video GP appointments via Aviva Smart Health
Access to Perkbox: providing a wide range of deals and discounts including Argos, IKEA and many more

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Sponsorship - Please note that Hillcrest Futures do not hold a licence to sponsor any visa applications at present.

Hillcrest are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the people we support. All roles are subject to thorough pre-employment checks including references, and a Disclosure Scotland check or PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check to ensure the safety and wellbeing of those we support. All employees are expected to uphold our values and adhere to safeguarding policies and standards throughout their work.