Support Worker at Active Healthcare Services

Job Summary

Active Healthcare Services is seeking dedicated Support Workers to provide vital assistance to vulnerable adults and children with autism and other complex conditions.

This role involves helping service users live fulfilling and independent lives by assisting with daily routines, supporting community activities and providing reliable care.

The position offers a rewarding career where no two days are the same, with opportunities to make a positive difference in the lives of people who require support.

Full training will be provided, and previous experience is not essential, although it is preferred.

Job Details

• Employer: Active Healthcare Services

• Job Title: Support Worker

• Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

• Salary: £26,227.50 – £27,300.00 per year

• Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

• Work Location: In person

• Driving Licence: Full UK driving licence required

• Visa Sponsorship: Not available

About the Role

The Support Worker will assist vulnerable adults and children with autism and other complex conditions to maintain their independence and improve their quality of life.

The role involves supporting service users with personal care, daily living activities, community participation and general wellbeing.

Successful candidates will help individuals develop essential life skills, pursue their interests and maintain positive relationships.

The position requires empathy, patience, reliability and flexibility to meet the different needs of service users.

Key Responsibilities

The Support Worker will be responsible for:

• Supporting service users to pursue their interests, maximise their potential and fulfil their dreams.

• Helping individuals maintain personal hygiene and appearance.

• Supporting service users to access local community resources.

• Assisting with the preparation of meals, drinks and snacks to help maintain good nutrition.

• Teaching individuals the skills needed to sustain independence within their communities.

• Assisting with daily living tasks that service users cannot manage independently, including cleaning, shopping, paying bills and household activities.

• Supporting service users to maintain a healthy lifestyle and promoting their general wellbeing.

• Helping individuals develop and maintain relationships to reduce the risk of isolation.

• Supporting service users with appointments and activities.

Skills and Personal Attributes

Applicants should demonstrate the following:

• A caring attitude and flexibility when working alongside service users.

• Empathy and patience, recognising that communication and progress differ between individuals.

• Reliability and consistency in providing care.

• Ability to use common sense and work on personal initiative.

• Willingness to learn and maintain an empowering attitude.

• Good communication skills.

• Ability to work towards an SVQ Level 3 qualification.

• Ability to maintain agreed written records of completed work.

• Willingness to attend company training, team meetings and reviews concerning service users.

• Commitment to developing professional knowledge and practice.

• Ability to carry out duties according to company policies and procedures.

• Commitment to following the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) Codes of Practice and the Health & Social Care Standards.

Driving Licence Requirements

A full UK driving licence is essential for this position.

Applicants must be confident driving manual vehicles and able to drive both manual and automatic vehicles.

Driving is required to support service users with appointments and activities.

Qualifications and Experience

Required

• Full UK driving licence.

• Ability to work towards an SVQ Level 3 qualification.

Preferred

• One year of experience working as a Support Worker.

• SVQ qualification.

Previous support work experience is not essential, as full training will be provided.

Working Arrangements

Active Healthcare Services offers full-time and part-time permanent positions.

Various shift patterns are available to accommodate different lifestyles.

The role is based in Edinburgh, Scotland, and requires in-person attendance.

Employee Benefits

Active Healthcare Services offers the following:

• Competitive salary.

• Generous holiday allowance.

• Full training.

• Career progression opportunities.

• Casual dress.

• Company pension.

• Flexible working hours.

• A rewarding working environment.

Visa Sponsorship Information

Active Healthcare Services is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Applicants who are already on a sponsored visa and wish to apply must have at least 18 months remaining on their current visa before applying.

How to Apply

If this opportunity interests you, head to the company’s official website for full details — click here to submit your application.