Support Worker - Coatbridge
| Posting date: | 12 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.60 to £13.23 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 April 2026 |
| Location: | Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Capability Scotland |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CS1103261 |
Summary
Care Assistant / Support Worker – Community Living (Full Time / Part Time & Relief)
Location: Coatbridge, Airdrie, Motherwell, Wishaw & surrounding North Lanarkshire areas (ML1–ML7)
Pay: £12.60 per hour (£24,307.66 per year)
Night Shift Rate: £13.23 per hour
Hours: Up to 37 hours per week
Contracts: Full-time, part-time, relief & weekend-only available
Join Our Team and Make a Difference
Capability Scotland is recruiting Community Living Assistants / Care Assistants / Support Workers to join our North Lanarkshire Care at Home & Supported Living Services.
In this role, you’ll support adults with disabilities to live independently in their own homes and communities while helping them lead fulfilling lives.
Unlike many care roles, our minimum 4-hour visits allow you to spend meaningful time with the people you support.
Please note: This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Supporting people with personal care, medication and daily routines
Helping individuals stay independent and active in their communities
Assisting with meals, household tasks, appointments and social activities
Building positive, respectful relationships with the people you support
Flexible Shifts Available:
We offer flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle:
Full-time or part-time contracts
Relief and weekend-only roles
Evening and weekend shifts
Sleepover shifts available
Overtime available at enhanced rates.
Locations We Cover:
We support people across North Lanarkshire, including:
Coatbridge
Airdrie
Motherwell
Bellshill
Wishaw
Shotts
Hamilton
What We’re Looking For:
You don’t need previous care experience – full training and support will be provided.
We’re looking for people who are:
Caring and compassionate
Reliable and patient
Good communicators who work well in a team
Essential Requirements:
Full UK driving licence
Access to a vehicle due to travel between support locations
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and sleepover shifts
Important Requirement:
Due to the nature of the role and intimate personal care responsibilities, remaining vacancies are female-only. This is a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
If you’re looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, apply today.
What We Offer:
£24,307.66 pa / £12.60 per hour, with £13.23 nightshift premium
Fully funded SVQ qualification – yours for life
Set 4-week rotas so you can plan life outside work
32 days’ holiday, increasing to 37 with service
Free PVG checks
Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution
Up to 3x annual salary death in service
Perks at Work, Cycle to Work scheme, and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Eligibility for Blue Light & Concerts for Carers discounts
Overtime at enhanced hourly rates
Join Our Team
Bring your compassion, energy, and commitment — we’ll provide the training, support, and inclusive workplace where you can thrive.
We are One Voice, One Charity, One Spirit. #OneCapability.
Apply now and help adults live life their way every day.
Important information:
This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Capability Scotland is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We celebrate diversity of background, experience, and perspective — and we welcome applications from all communities.
A copy of Capability Scotland’s Equality and Diversity Policy is available upon request from the HR Team.
Due to the high volume of applications expected, we advise that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest and for taking the time to apply to work with us.
Location: Coatbridge, Airdrie, Motherwell, Wishaw & surrounding North Lanarkshire areas (ML1–ML7)
Pay: £12.60 per hour (£24,307.66 per year)
Night Shift Rate: £13.23 per hour
Hours: Up to 37 hours per week
Contracts: Full-time, part-time, relief & weekend-only available
Join Our Team and Make a Difference
Capability Scotland is recruiting Community Living Assistants / Care Assistants / Support Workers to join our North Lanarkshire Care at Home & Supported Living Services.
In this role, you’ll support adults with disabilities to live independently in their own homes and communities while helping them lead fulfilling lives.
Unlike many care roles, our minimum 4-hour visits allow you to spend meaningful time with the people you support.
Please note: This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Supporting people with personal care, medication and daily routines
Helping individuals stay independent and active in their communities
Assisting with meals, household tasks, appointments and social activities
Building positive, respectful relationships with the people you support
Flexible Shifts Available:
We offer flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle:
Full-time or part-time contracts
Relief and weekend-only roles
Evening and weekend shifts
Sleepover shifts available
Overtime available at enhanced rates.
Locations We Cover:
We support people across North Lanarkshire, including:
Coatbridge
Airdrie
Motherwell
Bellshill
Wishaw
Shotts
Hamilton
What We’re Looking For:
You don’t need previous care experience – full training and support will be provided.
We’re looking for people who are:
Caring and compassionate
Reliable and patient
Good communicators who work well in a team
Essential Requirements:
Full UK driving licence
Access to a vehicle due to travel between support locations
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and sleepover shifts
Important Requirement:
Due to the nature of the role and intimate personal care responsibilities, remaining vacancies are female-only. This is a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
If you’re looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, apply today.
What We Offer:
£24,307.66 pa / £12.60 per hour, with £13.23 nightshift premium
Fully funded SVQ qualification – yours for life
Set 4-week rotas so you can plan life outside work
32 days’ holiday, increasing to 37 with service
Free PVG checks
Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution
Up to 3x annual salary death in service
Perks at Work, Cycle to Work scheme, and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Eligibility for Blue Light & Concerts for Carers discounts
Overtime at enhanced hourly rates
Join Our Team
Bring your compassion, energy, and commitment — we’ll provide the training, support, and inclusive workplace where you can thrive.
We are One Voice, One Charity, One Spirit. #OneCapability.
Apply now and help adults live life their way every day.
Important information:
This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Capability Scotland is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We celebrate diversity of background, experience, and perspective — and we welcome applications from all communities.
A copy of Capability Scotland’s Equality and Diversity Policy is available upon request from the HR Team.
Due to the high volume of applications expected, we advise that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest and for taking the time to apply to work with us.
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