Support Worker
Shawburn (Residential Service)

Expiry date: Friday 28 November 2025 at 12:00

Salary: £12.60 per hour plus benefits
Requirements: Manual Driving License essential, Female only*
Hours: Various hours available (full time and part time) Includes 12-hour shifts, evenings, nights, sleepovers & weekends
Location: Monkton Road, Prestwick, KA9 1AR

 

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives?

Join our dedicated team at Shawburn. We’re looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals to join our team and help our residents live life to the fullest. We support eight incredible individuals with a range of support needs including learning disabilities, complex physical disabilities and autism. Our team is committed to providing person-centered care that empowers each resident to pursue their interests and thrive.

Why Join Shawburn?

  • Help residents live life on their own terms — from daily routines to community outings
  • Promote independence, inclusion, and person-centred care
  • Build meaningful relationships and help residents achieve their goals
  • Work as part of a friendly, passionate team that values inclusion and empowerment
  • Enjoy a dynamic, rewarding role where no two days are the same

What You’ll Bring:

·                     A full UK driving licence

·                     Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·                     A team-focused, problem-solving mindset

·                     A passion for person-centred care and promoting inclusion

·                     Respect for diversity and a commitment to equality

·                     Basic IT skills and a willingness to learn

·                     Flexibility to work a variety of shifts

Desirable (but not essential):

·                     Experience supporting people with additional needs

·                     Understanding of social care legislation and best practices

·                     Experience with support plans, risk assessments, or managing behaviours

·                     A relevant qualification in Social Care (or willingness to work toward one)

What You’ll Get:

·                     Full induction, shadowing, and ongoing training

·                     Opportunity to gain an SVQ in Health & Social Care

·                     24/7 on-call management support

·                     Competitive pay and benefits

·                     Health cashback plan, employee assistance programme, and more

·                     A workplace where your work truly matters

Important Info:

This is Regulated Work with Adults under the PVG (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful applicants must join or update their PVG Scheme membership.

Hansel is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who meet the essential criteria.

 

Ready to make a difference? Click ‘Apply’ today!

 

*Qualifies under the Equality Act 2010

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Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006
The Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 makes it an offence to employ anyone who is not entitled to live or work in the UK. All applicants selected for interview will be required to provide evidence that they are entitled to live and work in the UK. Appropriate documentation may include the original of your current passport, visa, birth certificate or any other document [or combination of documents] indicated by the Act.

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Guaranteed Interview Scheme and Declaration
Hansel welcomes and actively encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. We undertake to invite for interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential aspects of the proposed role as set out in the Person Specification. If you wish to be considered in terms of this scheme, please tick here

If you are invited to attend for interview we will contact you to establish any specific requirements you may have.

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