Job reference:001294

Salary:£12.60 - £12.81 per hour

Closing date:31/03/2026

Department:Bridge of Earn Service

Location:Bridge of Earn

Employment type:Permanent

Hours Per Week:Full time (37 hours) and Part time hours

Closing date:31/03/2026

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

Set within the rural village of Bridge of Earn, 4 miles from the city of Perth we have an enthusiastic support team providing 24hr care to people living with complex needs (such as learning disabilities, complex epilepsy, autism and down syndrome) within their own home.

The service has two adjoining bungalows with two people living within each house. A communal lounge and kitchen is where everyone comes together for entertainment and activities. There is also a lovely communal garden to enjoy whatever the weather. The team work hard to create a warm and welcoming environment to ensure everyone including staff feel safe and supported.

The team are dedicated to ensure they provide a high standard of care that enables the people we support to live a full, active and independent life tailored to their needs and aspiration.

Our team work on a rota system and where possible flexible working hours are always considered as we encourage a healthy home work life balance.

Shifts are: Early 7.30am – 3pm, Late 2pm – 10pm and Night 10pm – 8am

We also work closely and support the team at the Tulloch Hill service in Perth and meet socially once a month to enjoy an activity such as bowling, coffee and a meal.

What your day could look like

You’ll work 1:2:1 with an adult, supporting them in their day‑to‑day life and helping them work towards their personal goals. No two days are the same and your support might include:

• Cooking and household tasks
• Managing finances
• Attending appointments
• Encouraging hobbies such as bowling, swimming, walking, shopping, arts and crafts
• Supporting with personal care (full training provided)

You’ll play a key role in helping someone enjoy their life and build confidence in the things they love.

This role is perfect for you if you are:

• A great communicator and eager to learn
• Passionate about supporting others
• Trustworthy, reliable, and patient
• Happy to support personal care
• Able to work a flexible 7‑day rota
• Comfortable working independently
• Motivated by community-based activities and being outdoors
• Organised and a good timekeeper

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for people who take pride in helping others and who want to make a genuine difference. You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

• Strong teamwork skills and a positive attitude
• Confidence to use your initiative
• A caring nature and a drive to support routines
• Good organisational skills
• Willingness to develop and grow
• Patience, empathy, and understanding

Ready to start your journey?

If you value the power of kindness and want a role where you can help others enjoy meaningful, enjoyable lives, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you're experienced in social care or exploring a new career path, this could be your next step.

Join us at Sense Scotland and help create brighter days for the people we support.

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.