Support Worker – Balfarg/Glenrothes

Job Description

JOB VACANCY

Job Title: Support Worker

Permanent/Temporary: Permanent

Application Closing Date: 26th January

Hours: 20 and 30 hrs

Location: Balfarg Service

About us

Kingdom Support and Care (KSC) provides high quality and personalised support and care for

over 300 individuals across Fife and Forth Valley. We support the individuals we work with to

manage or overcome challenges, including age-related issues, alcohol and drug addictions, autism spectrum disorders, complex needs, homelessness, learning disabilities and mental health issues. We work with people in their own homes, assisting them to do the things that matter to them and realise their ambitions. We believe that great support leads to great lives.

About you

We are looking for compassionate, kind and invested support workers who are passionate about helping people to live their best lives. You do not need any experience or qualifications to become a support worker and we encourage people from all sectors to apply as full training is provided to help you undertake your role to a high standard. There are opportunities for career progression and further development.

If you are resilient, have a can do approach and a great sense of humour you will be off to a great start to be a great fit for this service. It is more important to us that you have the right values, characteristics and share our vision of providing excellent support.

You must either have an SVQ 2 qualification in Care or be willing to work towards this qualification within the relevant timeframe outlined by the SSSC.

Due to the nature of the role it is essential you are able to be flexible and work shifts which will include weekend working and evenings.

About the Role

In this role, you will be an integral member of the support team contributing to and ensuring a high quality of care and support for individuals with a wide range of support and care needs, including people with Learning Disability, age related conditions and Mental Health issues within our Balfarg Service which covers the Glenrothes area.

We also provide support to one individual with physical care needs including manual handling hoisting, gastrostomy feeding, medication administration and high personal care needs.

The role is primarily centred around understanding and supporting the day to day living of the service users. Working within this service the successful individual requires to have the passion, drive and dedication in helping others to live fulfilling lives.

Staff benefits

We offer an attractive salary and benefits package including a contributory pension scheme and generous annual leave entitlement.

● 32 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata)

● An Employee Assistance Programme, including a free counselling service

● Access to paid SVQ qualifications

● Discounted Gym membership

● Access to the Vivup employee benefits platform

● Enhanced family friendly pay entitlements

● Generous Pension Scheme

● Refer a Friend Scheme of £100 (t&c apply)

● PVG applications NOW paid by KSC.

Requirements

A current driving licence, business insurance and the use of a car for work purposes is essential.

This post is subject to a PVG Disclosure check.

Interviews

Interviews will be held on 5th February at our Balfarg office

Kingdom is committed to contributing towards the eradication of homelessness. As part of that, we particularly welcome applications from people who are currently registered homeless or have been in the last 12 months. We will guarantee shortlisting to any applicant who meets that criteria and the essential criteria for the vacancy. If we offer you the role and you are homeless at that point, we will also offer you a tenancy in one of our properties as part of the Naumann Initiative. If you wish your application to be considered under the scheme, please state this under “Supporting information” on your application form.

Scottish Charity No: SC000874

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.00-£12.30 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme
• Store discount

Physical Setting:

• Homecare

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work days:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Home care: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: REQ000610