Support Worker
- Irvine, North Ayrshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
Salary: £12.60 per hour
Mileage: Paid at 30p per mile
Contract Types: Full-Time | Part-Time | School Hours | Job Shares | Bank/ReliefJoin 1st Homecare – Providing Personalised Care at Home1st Homecare is a respected and established provider of homecare services throughout Scotland. We support vulnerable adults to live independently, safely, and comfortably in their own homes.We’re looking to recruit Support Workers who are compassionate, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality care. Whether you're experienced in care or completely new to the role, we’ll provide all the training and support you need to thrive.What the Role InvolvesAs a Support Worker, you will visit individuals in their own homes, supporting them with a variety of essential daily tasks. Every day is different, but responsibilities typically include:Assisting with personal care and hygienePreparing and serving mealsMedication prompts and basic health-related support (e.g., catheter care)Providing emotional support and companionshipSupporting individuals to maintain their routines and wellbeingYou’ll support multiple service users throughout your shift, with all travel time between visits covered and mileage reimbursed at 30p per mile.Shifts to Suit YouWe offer a variety of shift patterns to help you balance work with your lifestyle:Full-Time: 7:00am – 2:00pm and 3:30pm – 10:00pm (with a break between)Part-Time: Morning (7:00am – 2:00pm) or Evening (3:30pm – 10:00pm)Bank/Relief: Flexible, ad-hoc shifts based on your availability (submitted monthly)What We OfferWe provide our team members with a strong foundation and ongoing support. Benefits include:Accredited, fully paid trainingUniform provided free of chargePaid mileage at 30p per mileFlexible shifts to suit your lifestyleWellbeing and mental health supportAccess to a mentor and experienced colleaguesA supportive and friendly team cultureEmployer contributory pension schemeWhat We’re Looking ForYou don’t need care experience or formal qualifications – we value the right values and attitude above all. We’re especially interested in people who:Are caring, respectful, and reliableWork well as part of a teamAre committed to delivering person-centred supportAre enthusiastic about helping othersAre flexible and willing to learnSafeguarding CommitmentThis role is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Adults under the PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) Scotland Act 2007. A PVG check will be required for successful applicants.We’re committed to equal opportunities and are happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process if you have a disability, learning difficulty, or health condition that may affect your application.Apply NowIf you’re ready to make a real difference in people’s lives, we want to hear from you. Apply today and one of our recruitment team will be in touch shortly.IND 123