THE BRITISH RED CROSS SOCIETY
Support Worker
Support Worker at THE BRITISH RED CROSS SOCIETY, based in Ayrshire, paying £24,479 per annum. This is a permanent role with hybrid working.
- Pay
- £24,479 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · Hybrid · Weekend work
- Location
- Ayrshire
- Closing date
- Sector
- Support Worker
11% below the typical rate for support worker
Reference 020482c0-c8c2-4744-be32-770213c8e90c
About the role
Do you want to make a real difference in someone’s life every single day?
Are you passionate about helping people live independently in their own homes? Do you thrive in fast-paced, person-centred environments? As a
- Visiting service users in their homes to assess needs and create tailored support plans.
- Assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Liaising with health, housing, and social care professionals to ensure consistent support.
- Carrying out welfare checks and helping individuals rebuild their independence.
- Experience supporting people with physical, sensory, or mental health needs.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
- Knowledge of NHS and social care services, and how to access them.
- A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends.
Interested? The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Sunday 8th November 2026.
- Flexible working:Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
- Holidays:36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
- Pension scheme:Up to 6% contributory pension.
- Learning & Development:A range of career & learning opportunities.
- Discounts:Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform..
- Wellbeing Support:Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
- Cycle2Work:Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident and Carers Confident employer.
We are dedicated to building an inclusive, equitable and wellbeing‑focused culture where everyone feels safe, valued and can thrive. Guided by our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing Strategy, we foster belonging, psychological and physical wellbeing, and work to remove barriers to fair opportunities. Grounded in compassion and anti‑racist practice, we listen to diverse voices, value lived experience and create environments where staff and volunteers can succeed. Join us and be part of an organisation that leads with care, celebrates difference and helps everyone succeed.
Reference: 020482c0-c8c2-4744-be32-770213c8e90c · Posted 13 hours ago · Closes 8 Nov 2026 · Listed via THE BRITISH RED CROSS SOCIETY
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