At a Glance
- Tasks: Support older adults to live independently with personal and emotional care.
- Company: Trust Housing Association, a leading not-for-profit care provider in Scotland.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, paid training, and generous leave.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with great career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives every day.
- Qualifications: Experience in care or willingness to learn; strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 29000 - 31000 £ per year.
Last year, we launched our brand-new Later Living services across North and South Lanarkshire, and we’re looking for compassionate, motivated individuals to join us as Later Living Carers within our South Lanarkshire Team.
If you are looking for a role where you’ll make a real difference every day, this could be the perfect opportunity.
What We Offer
- Hourly Rate: £14.04
- Hours: 19.75 per week on a 2-week rolling rota
- Shifts: Flexible morning and back shifts (7:30am–10:00pm), including weekends
- Contract: Permanent
- Location: On-site within our Later Living development at 61 Germiston Crescent, East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire G75 9LL
- Paid Training, Development & SVQ Qualifications
- Generous annual leave & pension contributions
- Paid SSSC registration & PVG check
- Uniform & free parking
- A supportive, inclusive team culture
- Real opportunities for career progression
- What You’ll Be Doing
As a Later Living Carer, you’ll support older and vulnerable adults to live independently in their own homes within our developments.
From personal care to meal support, your kindness and reliability will help our customers feel safe, respected, and valued.
Purpose of Job
Work within a team to ensure customers are supported to live as independently as possible within their own homes; providing personal, emotional, and social care and support in line with assessed needs promoting positive outcomes for customers.
- What We’re Looking For
- Experience in care or working with older/vulnerable people
- SVQ in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards it)
- Strong communication and basic IT skills
- A respectful, inclusive approach to working with older people
- A team spirit and willingness to support others
We encourage all applicants to study the provided job description to familiarise themselves with the role and the duties involved.
We can only accept candidates residing in the UK who must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.
Trust Housing Association is a not-for-profit registered social landlord, and one of Scotland’s largest national housing, support and care providers for older people, offering a range of accommodation and support services.
Primarily serving older people in our communities we also provide housing for families and individuals.
We have over 4000 households across the length and breadth of Scotland, from the Highlands and Islands all the way down to the Borders.
Trust is a Fair Work First employer, a great place to work, and committed to our people and the values that we all share.
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)
- No Agencies Please
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Later Living Care Worker in East Kilbride employer: Trust Housing Association
Trust Housing Association is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both staff and residents. With flexible shifts, competitive pay, and comprehensive training opportunities, employees can grow their careers while making a meaningful impact in the lives of older and vulnerable adults in Scotland.
