Job reference:001296

Salary:£12.60 - £12.81 per hour

Closing date:22/03/2026

Department:Pollok

Location:Glasgow - Pollok

Employment type:Permanent

Hours Per Week:35

Closing date:22/03/2026

About us

Looking for a rewarding career in Social Care?

At Sense Scotland, we take immense pride in our work and are currently seeking new talent to join us in supporting individuals with their everyday lives. Our vision is to help those we support lead fulfilling and happy lives, enabling them to achieve their own ambitions. We prioritise strong values, fostering warm relationships, and creating positive experiences. We value input from all staff members, ensuring meaningful outcomes through the commitment to our core values.

Join us in making a real difference and embark on a fulfilling journey at Sense Scotland.

Please note that we do NOT currently offer visa sponsorship for our vacancies and would therefore ask that you do not apply if you require sponsorship.

About the service

Our Pollok Housing Support Service offers an engaging and dynamic work environment where no two days are the same. We’re a dedicated, close-knit team committed to providing exceptional, person-centred support to two men in their 50s who are primarily deafblind and have complex and diverse support needs. They may not communicate verbally, so we place a strong emphasis on understanding and connecting in ways that are meaningful to them.

At Pollok, we focus on empowering the individuals we support to lead fulfilling, independent lives—tailoring our approach to reflect their personalities, preferences, and routines. Value-based communication is at the heart of what we do, ensuring our support is meaningful, respectful, and truly person-centred. We’re currently looking for a *Male Support Worker to join our team and help make a lasting impact.

Who do we support?

We support two fantastic gentlemen in their 50s who are both deafblind and live independently in their own homes in the Pollok area of Glasgow. These gents live full and active lives, and we’re looking for someone who can match their energy and support their routines with enthusiasm and respect. From swimming and long walks to enjoying meals out and exploring new places—including trips abroad for the annual Deafblind International outdoor activities week—there’s never a dull moment. They enjoy structure, companionship, and a bit of adventure, and they need someone who can help maintain their homes, support their health, and most importantly, connect with them through great communication and a genuine interest in who they are.

You’ll work on a 2:1 basis, supporting each gentleman with their day-to-day living. Your role is all about encouraging and empowering them to live happy, meaningful lives and achieve their personal goals—whether that’s at home or out in the wider community. Building strong, trusting relationships will be at the heart of what you do, creating a solid foundation to support with practical tasks such as:

• Support within their own homes with personal care, housework, administering medication, meal preparation, support with finances companionship etc
• Liaise with families and other professionals to provide the best quality care
• Promote independence and individuality according to their Support Plan
• Record daily tasks and maintain accurate records
• Work as part of a team, effectively communicating with the staff team, families, and people supported

*Sometimes the people we support need a male or female person to support them. For this particular role, a male colleague is required. This is an occupational requirement as defined by the Equality Act 2010.

What’s the shift pattern?

This is a 35-hour per week role with a mix of shift types to support the needs and routines of the people we support. Shifts may include:

• Day shifts, for example 10am–4pm, 7.30am – 2.30pm
• Longer shifts, such as 10am–10pm followed by a sleepover and finishing at 10am the next morning

Flexibility is key, and we’ll work with you to ensure a fair and balanced rota.

About you

At Sense Scotland what is important is that all our staff have a genuine passion to make a difference in the life of someone with additional support needs.

What you will need to succeed

• Good team-working skills and a positive attitude are essential qualities
• Ability to communicate effectively and use your own initiative
• Strong work ethic and organised to support routines
• Able to prioritise and manage workloads
• Eager to develop
• A genuine passion for caring for others
• Patience and understanding

If you value the power of a smile and want to make a positive impact by helping those, we support engage in activities they love, this role is for you. Whether you have experience in health and social care and seek a better work-life balance or are considering a career change to start in social care, we want to hear from you!

Working for us

We offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment. Our full list of benefits can be found here.