Support Worker

Cucumber Healthcare · Ayr, Scotland

Support Worker at Cucumber Healthcare, based in Ayr, Scotland, paying £12.60 - £15.00 per hour. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£12.60 - £15.00 per hour
Location
Ayr, Scotland
Contract
Permanent
Posted
4 weeks ago
Closes
7 Sep 2026
Sector
Support Worker

17% below the typical rate for support worker

Reference 96b2798a2a3b783963cf9f467901f2846dffab01

About the role

We are looking for talented Support Workers in Ayr to support our growing team in making a difference to people’s lives. We do this by providing the highest standard of person-centred care and support to help people lead a purposeful life and maintain their independence. Our carers, support staff and nurses offer support with mealtimes, personal care, and activities — but they also do so much more than this. We are looking for team members who understand the importance of getting to know a person holistically and who recognise the value of accurate record-keeping, good communication, and teamwork with the goal of improving people’s quality of life.

=== In Return We Offer ===
• Free PVG check
• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible pay
• A fantastic working environment
• Free uniform
• Professional training and ongoing career progression
• Flexible working hours and shifts
• Holiday pay
• Weekly pay
• Bonus for friend referrals
• On-site parking

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

=== Key Responsibilities & Attributes ===
A people person:
• Naturally supportive and great at communicating.
• Able to build strong relationships and empathise.
• Finds it easy to integrate within an established team of healthcare professionals.

Caring by nature:
• Enthusiastic about person-centred support.
• Has a genuine passion for making people’s lives better and more fulfilled.

Great team player:
• Works well in a team of like-minded people.
• Values collaboration and teamwork.

Adaptable:
• Can think on your feet and adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced care environment.

=== Requirements ===
• Face-to-face Moving and Handling of People Certificate.
• Minimum 6 months’ UK experience in a professional care home.
• Willingness to work day shifts.
• Driving licence preferred but not essential.

=== Job Details ===
• Job Location: Ayr, KA7.
• Employment Type: Temporary.
• Salary: £12.60 – £15.00 per hour.

Reference: 96b2798a2a3b783963cf9f467901f2846dffab01 · Posted 4 weeks ago · Closes 7 Sep 2026 · Listed via Cucumber Healthcare

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