Support Worker

3 weeks ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Enable Full time

About The Role

Location: Kilmarnock & Mauchline, East Ayrshire

Flexible contracts available including both full-time and part-time positions

Salary: up to £22,000 per annum

Overnight assistance may also be part of the role

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others?

Personal Assistants (Support Workers) play a crucial role within Enable by positively impacting the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. Each day presents unique challenges and opportunities to support individuals in achieving their personal goals and aspirations.

The support provided is tailored to meet the diverse needs of each individual, which may include assistance with personal care, mobility support, and promoting positive behaviors while enhancing their social connections.

Enable fosters a collaborative environment where Personal Assistants work together to ensure the safety, wellbeing, and aspirations of those we support are prioritized.

About You

If you share a commitment to supporting individuals in leading fulfilling lives and promoting inclusivity, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Enable values your unique qualities and experiences to help create an equitable society for individuals with learning disabilities.

No prior experience in care is necessary to embark on your journey with Enable. We focus on recruiting individuals based on their values and transferable skills. Regardless of your background, join us in what could be a profoundly rewarding career.

Successful candidates will demonstrate the following:


• The ability to adapt communication styles to build meaningful relationships with those we support.


• A commitment to working with individuals to help them achieve their personal support goals and celebrate their achievements.


• A positive and adaptable attitude towards work, with the ability to function independently and as part of a team.

If this resonates with you, we invite you to express your interest. Each individual we support has unique interests and preferences, which is reflected in our personalized recruitment approach. Please provide detailed information about yourself to facilitate our tailored matching process.

About Us

We are dedicated to the professional development of our staff and offer a comprehensive training program along with internal career advancement opportunities. These include, but are not limited to:

Person-Centered Approaches, Planning, and Thinking Introduction to Autism Epilepsy Awareness Moving and Handling Adult Support and Protection Child Support and Protection First Aid Positive Behavior Support

We also provide an excellent range of employee benefits, including but not limited to:

Health cash plans to assist with everyday healthcare costs. Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work Scheme* Season Ticket Loans*

Starting a career with Enable is a meaningful step towards contributing to our mission of fostering an equitable society for individuals with learning disabilities.

Enable is an equal opportunity employer, and our recruitment process is based entirely on the values, skills, and competencies required for the specific roles.

Note: Successful applicants will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within a specified timeframe.

*terms & conditions apply

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