Female Support Worker

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Job Title: Female Support Worker

Location: Highlands – Smithton/Inverness – IV3

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time, Part Time, Relief

Salary: £12.48 per hour

Reference: Additional Information:

• Full UK driving licence is preferred but not essential.
• Required to be able to do sleep-ins, additional payment £ per night.

Are you a patient and caring individual looking for a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary? Maybe you have worked as a Care Assistant before and are looking for a change or perhaps you have always wanted to make a difference in people\’s lives. Thera Scotland is proud of the work they do and are currently recruiting Support Workers in the Highlands area. We invite you to join our team.

As a support worker with Thera, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. Using a person-centred approach, you will help create innovative ways to support individuals in achieving their personal goals. Support methods will vary because everyone has different ambitions. Supporting people in their daily lives can include helping develop new skills, providing personal and emotional support, assisting with planning and managing their own homes, and supporting leisure, interests, and travel. Support may be provided in their own homes or out in the community.

• Thera is unique: we are led by people with a learning disability.
• Our vision: to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.
• Using a person-centred approach: you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.

Who are we looking for?

• No previous experience or qualifications required; full training will be provided to the right candidate(s).
• Compassionate, caring, and confident.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter, with a high level of motivation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident, articulate, and professional.
• Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems.
• Desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun!

What are the benefits?

• Annualised hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities.
• Flexible working hours for work-life balance.
• Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks).
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro-rata).
• Employee support line to support you and your family.
• Free nationally accredited training, with opportunities for career progression.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Free PVG check.
• Refer a friend and earn up to £.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Well-being initiatives.
• Access to thousands of retail discounts, including discounted health cash plans.
• An Employee Council representing staff views on work matters.

Note: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa, as we cannot assist with renewal upon expiry.

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