Support Worker - Ellon
| Posting date: | 24 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.60 to £12.81 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 15 March 2026 |
| Location: | Ellon, Aberdeenshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Sense Scotland |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JT1286 |
Summary
By joining our Sense Scotland team in Ellon you'll make a real difference every day.
Our friendly teams in Ellon are dedicated to empowering adults with complex needs to live as independently and joyfully as possible. We support individuals with a range of needs, including epilepsy, autism, Angelman syndrome, and learning disabilities, across two welcoming multi‑occupancy homes — one supporting three people and the other supporting two.
What your new role looks like
As a Support Worker with Sense Scotland, you’ll provide person‑centred, high‑quality care tailored to each individual. Every day brings variety, purpose, and the chance to build meaningful relationships.
Your support will include:
>Personal care
>Medication management
>Finance support
>Social and leisure activities
>Household tasks
>Promoting independence and wellbeing
Because the people we support enjoy a wide range of activities in the community, a driving licence is essential for this role.
Shift Patterns
To provide consistent and flexible support, you’ll work a mix of the following shifts:
>8:00am – 10:00pm
>8:00am – 8:00am (includes sleepover)
>7:00am – 9:30pm
>8:00am – 3:30pm
We also offer 5-hour activity shifts, usually 9:30am – 2:30pm, with occasional later times depending on planned activities.
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a warm, supportive team where your contribution truly matters. If you’re compassionate, motivated, and ready for a rewarding role where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect fit.
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
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!
Our friendly teams in Ellon are dedicated to empowering adults with complex needs to live as independently and joyfully as possible. We support individuals with a range of needs, including epilepsy, autism, Angelman syndrome, and learning disabilities, across two welcoming multi‑occupancy homes — one supporting three people and the other supporting two.
What your new role looks like
As a Support Worker with Sense Scotland, you’ll provide person‑centred, high‑quality care tailored to each individual. Every day brings variety, purpose, and the chance to build meaningful relationships.
Your support will include:
>Personal care
>Medication management
>Finance support
>Social and leisure activities
>Household tasks
>Promoting independence and wellbeing
Because the people we support enjoy a wide range of activities in the community, a driving licence is essential for this role.
Shift Patterns
To provide consistent and flexible support, you’ll work a mix of the following shifts:
>8:00am – 10:00pm
>8:00am – 8:00am (includes sleepover)
>7:00am – 9:30pm
>8:00am – 3:30pm
We also offer 5-hour activity shifts, usually 9:30am – 2:30pm, with occasional later times depending on planned activities.
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a warm, supportive team where your contribution truly matters. If you’re compassionate, motivated, and ready for a rewarding role where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect fit.
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
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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