Support Worker - Saltcoats, North Ayrshire
| Posting date: | 19 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.60 to £12.81 per week |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 11 April 2026 |
| Location: | Saltcoats, North Ayrshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Sense Scotland |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JT1302 |
Summary
Sense Scotland recruiting Support Workers in Saltcoats, North Ayrshire offering 24 hours per week
About the Service
We provide flexible 24‑hour support with small, consistent, person‑centred teams. Everyone we support has individual strengths and goals, and with the right help they can thrive in their communities.
No previous care experience? That’s absolutely fine — we provide full training, local induction, supervision, and ongoing support, including training in behaviour support and positive risk management.
What you’ll do as a Support Worker
No two days are the same. You’ll support people to:
>Communicate their needs
>Manage mobility and daily living tasks
>Eat, drink, and manage personal care (where required)
>Build community connections and enjoy meaningful activities
>Maintain their health and wellbeing
>You’ll also work closely with families, so good communication is important.
Additional role details
>A UK driving licence (manual or automatic) is desirable
>Some 1:1 work may be required, with regular peer and management support
>You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team
Shift pattern - Shifts run between 8am and 8pm, Monday to Sunday, on a team rota.
Who we’re looking for
People who are, caring, compassionate, enthusiastic, reliable, great team players, keen to learn, and committed to promoting independence and safety.
This is a rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference every day. If you want a role where you can bring joy, support independence, and build real connections — we’d love to hear from you!
About the Service
We provide flexible 24‑hour support with small, consistent, person‑centred teams. Everyone we support has individual strengths and goals, and with the right help they can thrive in their communities.
No previous care experience? That’s absolutely fine — we provide full training, local induction, supervision, and ongoing support, including training in behaviour support and positive risk management.
What you’ll do as a Support Worker
No two days are the same. You’ll support people to:
>Communicate their needs
>Manage mobility and daily living tasks
>Eat, drink, and manage personal care (where required)
>Build community connections and enjoy meaningful activities
>Maintain their health and wellbeing
>You’ll also work closely with families, so good communication is important.
Additional role details
>A UK driving licence (manual or automatic) is desirable
>Some 1:1 work may be required, with regular peer and management support
>You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team
Shift pattern - Shifts run between 8am and 8pm, Monday to Sunday, on a team rota.
Who we’re looking for
People who are, caring, compassionate, enthusiastic, reliable, great team players, keen to learn, and committed to promoting independence and safety.
This is a rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference every day. If you want a role where you can bring joy, support independence, and build real connections — we’d love to hear from you!
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