About us
Looking for a rewarding career in Social Care?
At Sense Scotland, we take immense pride in our work and are currently seeking new talent to join us in supporting individuals with their everyday lives. Our vision is to help those we support lead fulfilling and happy lives, enabling them to achieve their own ambitions. We prioritise strong values, fostering warm relationships, and creating positive experiences. We value input from all staff members, ensuring meaningful outcomes through the commitment to our core values.
Join us in making a real difference and embark on a fulfilling journey at Sense Scotland.
Please note:
This is a Female Support Worker role. For this position, female is an Occupational Requirement as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
Please note that we do NOT currently offer visa sponsorship for our vacancies and would therefore ask that you do not apply if you require sponsorship.
About the service
Set within the Tulloch Hill area in the city of Perth, we have an enthusiastic support team providing 24-hour care to people living with complex needs (such as learning disability, PICA and epilepsy).
We are currently recruiting for Female Support Workers* for this role, in line with the specific needs and preferences of the people we support.
The service has three adjoining bungalows, with two people living within each house. A communal lounge and kitchen provide a welcoming space where everyone comes together for entertainment and activities. There is also a lovely communal garden to enjoy, whatever the weather.
The team are dedicated to delivering a high standard of care that enables the people we support to live full, active and independent lives tailored to their individual needs and aspirations. They achieve this by creating a warm, welcoming environment where the people we support feel safe in their own homes and staff feel safe and supported at work.
About the Role
As a Female Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with complex needs to live as independently as possible while maintaining dignity, choice and control over their lives. You will work as part of a dedicated team to provide person-centred care and support, ensuring the safety, wellbeing and happiness of the people we support at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality, person-centred care tailored to individual needs and preferences
- Support individuals with daily living tasks such as personal care, meal preparation and household activities
- Safely support individuals with complex needs, including epilepsy management and PICA awareness
- Promote independence, encouraging individuals to develop life skills and participate in meaningful activities
- Support with social activities both within the service and in the community
- Maintain accurate records and follow care plans and risk assessments
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external professionals
- Ensure a safe, supportive and inclusive environment at all times
Hours and Shift Patterns
Our team works on a rota system, with weekly shifts including a mixture of early, late and night shifts. Flexible working hours are considered wherever possible, as we actively promote a healthy work-life balance.
Typical shifts are:
- Early: 7.30am – 3pm
- Late: 2pm – 10pm
- Night: 10pm – 8am
We also work closely with and support the team at the Bridge of Earn service, regularly coming together socially to enjoy activities such as bowling, coffee outings or meals.
About you
At Sense Scotland what is important is that all our staff have a genuine passion to make a difference in the life of someone with additional support needs.
What you will need to succeed
• Good team-working skills and a positive attitude are essential qualities
• Ability to communicate effectively and use your own initiative
• Strong work ethic and organised to support routines
• Able to prioritise and manage workloads
• Eager to develop
• A genuine passion for caring for others
• Patience and understanding
If you value the power of a smile and want to make a positive impact by helping those, we support engage in activities they love, this role is for you. Whether you have experience in health and social care and seek a better work-life balance or are considering a career change to start in social care, we want to hear from you!
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Working for us
We offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment. View our Work With Us Information Pack.