Job reference:001318

Salary:£13.45 - £13.66 per hour

Closing date:10/05/2026

Location:Glasgow

Employment type:Permanent

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

Support Worker Opportunities – Sense Scotland (Glasgow)

Are you looking for a rewarding role where every day is different and your work truly matters? At Sense Scotland, we’re looking for caring, patient and friendly Support Workers to join our teams across TouchBase Glasgow and Supportive Living services. This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact and help people live their best lives.

To find out more, join our Recruitment Event and take your next step toward an exciting future.

• Where:- Sense Scotland, 43 Middlesex Street, Kinning Park, Glasgow, G41 1EE
• When:- Sunday 3 May 2026
• Time:- From 11am until 2pm

Apply now to secure a guaranteed interview* on the day, or simply drop in with your CV to chat with our friendly on-site managers about the amazing opportunities we have available.

Please note:

• On the day Interviews restricted to first 10 applicants only* (additional interview times allocated on the day)
• We do NOT currently offer visa sponsorship for our vacancies and would therefore ask that you do not apply if you require sponsorship.

About our services

TouchBase Glasgow is a Day Support Centre which is purpose-built with a modern day feel and located in the Kinning Park area. Designed to support adults with disabilities and additional needs, it offers a vibrant, welcoming environment where people can take part in a wide range of activities including arts, music, physical exercise and social opportunities.

Recently modernised, the centre benefits from excellent public transport links and features a café, arts and music spaces, and a peaceful courtyard. It is both a support hub and a social space, encouraging independence, community involvement and personal growth.

As a Support Worker at TouchBase Glasgow, you’ll:

• Support people to engage in activities they enjoy and explore new interests
• Help build confidence, independence and meaningful routines
• Develop strong, trusting relationships that support personal goals
• Work in a fun, fast paced environment where no two days are the same
• Support people both within the centre and out in the wider community

Supported Living Services is where our teams work with people in their own homes and in the community - supporting adults with complex communication and sensory needs to live fulfilling and independent lives. In this role, you will usually support one person on a 1:1 or 2:1 basis and with the backing of an experienced team, onsite supervisors and managers you’ll never feel on your own.

As a Support Worker within our Living Services your role will include:

• Supporting day to day living such as cooking, shopping, housework and finances
• Assisting with personal care, medication and health needs (tailored to each individual)
• Encouraging healthy lifestyles through diet, exercise and community activities
• Supporting people to enjoy their chosen activities — from walks and swimming to dancing, gym sessions and socialising
• Taking the lead in planning special moments like birthdays, outings, holidays or lifelong goals
• You’ll play a key part in building trust, confidence and independence while helping people live lives that are fun, active and meaningful.

The opportunity and the ideal candidate

Training and Support

From day one, you’ll receive outstanding training and support, including:

• One to one on the job guidance
• Face to face training from experienced professionals
• A wide range of e learning opportunities

What we are looking for

We’re looking for people who are: nurturing, resilient, enthusiastic, adaptable and reflective, with a genuine passion for supporting others. Experience isn’t essential and with the right values, we’ll support you to develop all the skills you need. In return, all we ask is that you bring the best of yourself every day, so the people we support can live their best lives, every day.

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

Available hours and shift patterns

Recruiting various hours across our services in Glasgow. With time (37 hours), part time (15 – 35 hours) and relief hours options there is something to suit everyone.

• Our day centre operates six days a week, with shifts between 8:00am and 8:00pm.
• Our supportive living services operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Shift patterns may include early and late shifts, sleepover and waken nightshifts, weekends and public holidays issued via a supportive team rota system. All shifts require working to meet the needs of the people we support therefore; flexibility is essential to be considered further for these roles.

Join us on the day, meet our team, and discover how a career with Sense Scotland could change lives — including yours.

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.