Quarriers Village Supported Living Service has been developed to support 23 people who have epilepsy and learning disabilities to ensure they have ordinary living experiences. Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation and are one of only two social care organisations in Scotland to have this prestigious award. We are also an accredited Scottish Living Wage employer and pay sleepover hours at 8.75 per hour. Quarriers Village Support Living Service are looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic indvidual for the role of Support Worker (39hrs). We provide individualised care and support to adults with a range of complex needs. Ideal candidates will have a caring nature and the ability to interact well with people from all walks of life. You will be committed, flexible and a good listener and be able to offer practical support and advice. Previous care experience is not necessary, although it would help. Instead your ability to help others help themselves will shine through. Candidates must be aware that there is a limited bus service to the village throughout the week and no bus service during the weekend Please note that IT skills are required for all Quarriers vacancies. Candidate must hold a current full driving licence At Quarriers our staff are our most important asset therefore we offer extensive training and impressive learning and development opportunities. You could be part of an organisation that not only offers excellent careers but makes a real difference to thousands of People’s lives. ABOUT US Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities. We provide much-needed care and support for thousands of vulnerable children, young people, adults and families to reach their true potential. Quarriers supports thousands of people across more than 120 services throughout Scotland. Our work promotes a just and accepting society, where everyone is included. We support children and families facing challenging circumstances and help to transform lives for people affected by epilepsy. We support young people to unlock their potential. We give adults with disabilities more opportunities, and importantly, a voice. Quarriers has been transforming lives for over 145 years and this is just the beginning. Quarriers in partnership with its recognised trade union UNISON have reviewed the Fair Work Framework and have agreed to work together to ensure that Quarriers continues to be a good and fair employer, by achieving the requirements of the Fair Work Framework. We are fully committed to supporting the well-being of each and every staff member . What we offer Help with training and development We offer externally recognised SVQ qualifications. We are an SVQ accredited centre. We offer training on job specific skills (medication, epilepsy, safer handling etc.). The opportunity to work relief in another service. Help with family life Family friendly and flexible working policies and procedures, we will try to match rota requirements to your own commitments, allowing you to achieve a good work-life balance Enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay and a competitive holiday entitlement. Access to HSF Employee Benefits service. Extra support when you need it Access to free physiotherapy and occupational health. Free access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. Non-contributory life assurance scheme. Workplace pension. Extra Benefits Christmas savings scheme. Cycle to work scheme. Long service rewards. And we also pay Scottish Living Wage for sleepover hours.
