Housing Care Worker

Due to internal career progression within our team, we have exciting vacancies for four Care & Support Workers. It’s an excellent job opportunity for those who live in and around Duns and the Scottish Borders. and in return you will receive a competitive salary of £12.25 to £12.50 per hour. About the role: As a Care & Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting older and vulnerable adults in their own homes. Operating between 7am and 10pm seven days a week, you'll provide assistance with daily living tasks based on individual care plans. Whether it's administering medication, personal support, or helping with meals, your empathetic approach will make a real difference to our tenants' lives.?You’ll have the time to get to know our residents and are trusted to give each person the care and support they need, in the way they like. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment as our Housing Care Worker, we will offer you: Hourly Rate: £12.25 - £12.50 per hour Availability: Flexible shifts (morning and back shifts) including alternate weekends Guaranteed Hours: 23.5 to 28.5 hours on a rolling 2-week rota basis Job Type: Permanent Contract On-Site Working: Our tenants are all based within our housing development of extra care flats and cottages, designed for later living all within 1 location. Living Wage Employer: We value our team members and offer competitive pay. Training and Development: Access to paid training, ongoing development, and SVQ qualifications. Supportive Environment: Join a welcoming, friendly, and inclusive culture. Career Progression: Real opportunities to grow within our committed team. Additional Benefits: Car parking, uniform, generous annual leave, pension contributions, paid SSSC membership and paid PVG Disclosure check. What we’re looking for in our Housing Care Worker: The ideal candidate:  Has experience in the care sector and working with older people or other vulnerable members of a community, so you will understand their needs and know how to meet these. Holds an SVQ in Health and Social Care or relevant qualification. Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills. Possesses basic IT skills. Previous experience is preferred but not essential; we provide comprehensive training and support. What matters most is your passion, empathy, and dedication to helping our tenants live their lives to the fullest. Closing Date: Monday 25th November 2024 If you are successful in joining our team, we can provide you with fantastic opportunities to develop your experience or enhance your career in social care and assist with your ongoing continued personal development. If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Housing Care Worker and you’d like to work with a prestigious and well-established company working in a person-centred culture that puts people at the heart of all we do, then we’d like to hear from you. Trust is an Investor in People Platinum accredited employer, a Leader in Diversity, and a great place to work. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Trust Housing Association is a Registered Scottish Charity - SC(phone number removed)