Later Living Carer

Could you be part of our new team?

We have new Later Living services commencing in April in Motherwell and Bellshill and have exciting vacancies for Later Living Carers. It’s an excellent job opportunity for those who live in and around North Lanarkshire

As a Later Living Carer, you’ll have a vital role in supporting older and vulnerable adults in their own homes. Operating between 7.30am and 10pm seven days a week, our services provide care and support to Trust Housing customers, based on individual care assessments. Whether it’s personal support or helping with meals, your kindness and compassion will make a real difference to our customers’ lives.

About the Later Living Carer role:

• Locations: Mission Place, Motherwell; Corson Court, Bellshill; Ravens Court, Motherwell.
• Hourly Rate: £12.25 – £12.50 per hour (Pay Award Pending)
• Availability: Flexible shifts (morning and back shifts) including some weekend working.
• Guaranteed Hours: 12 to 18 hours on a rolling rota basis
• Job Type: Permanent Contract
• On-Site Working: Our customers are all based within our housing developments designed for later living.
• 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.

Care & Support Skills and Experience:

The ideal candidate:

• Has experience in the care sector and working with older people or other vulnerable members of a community, with an understanding of needs and knowledge of how to meet these.
• Holds an SVQ in Health and Social Care or relevant qualification or is willing to work to.
• Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills.
• Possesses IT skills.

Previous experience is preferred but not essential; we provide comprehensive training and support. What matters most is your passion, kindness, and dedication to helping our customers live their lives to the fullest.

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.

Join an outstanding and committed team, learn from experienced colleagues, and contribute to a supportive environment. Your role as a Later Living Carer will make a meaningful difference every day.

Please note this role is subject to satisfactory interview, references and a PVG check. You will be required to register with the SSSC, complete mandatory training within a timeframe, and the commitment to studying for an SVQ in Care & Support if you do not already hold this qualification.

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.

Closing Date: 3rd February 2025
Interviews will take place on Thursday 13th and Friday 14th February.

If you live in or around North Lanarkshire, are friendly, approachable, and committed to making a positive impact, then we want to hear from you!

Click the Apply Button Now! – If the Later Living Carer role sounds like the career for you.

We can offer you morning, evening and weekend shifts so you can have a work/home life balance too.

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 – SC009086

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