Job reference: 001386

Salary: £13.45 - £13.66 per hour

Closing date: 15/08/2026

Location: Ellon

Employment type: Permanent

Hours Per Week: 34

About us

Looking for a rewarding career in Social Care?

Please note and consider before applying;

• You must hold a full UK driving licence
• You must be flexible in your approach to the noted shift pattern

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

About the service

Based in the lovely town of Ellon, this role involves supporting two individuals within their own homes. You will provide support with personal care, social outings, household duties, attending health appointments, and managing finances and medication. You will provide support with personal care, social outings, household duties, attending health appointments, and managing finances and medication.

The focus of the role is to promote independence, helping individuals to develop new skills, try new experiences, and continue taking part in the activities and groups they enjoy. Building positive relationships and providing person-centred care and support will be key to helping them live fulfilling and independent lives.

The individuals lead active and varied lives, enjoying activities such as swimming, bowling, cycling, baking, spending time with family, and going on holidays (sometimes even abroad!). No two days are the same making this a rewarding and varied role.

Due to the wide range of activities the individuals participate in, including visits to more rural locations, a full UK driving licence is essential for this position.

Shift patterns

The shift patterns within the service are:

• 8am - 10pm
• 8am - 8am including sleepover
• Mid shifts (typically around 5 hours) to support activities and outings. These vary depending on the individuals' plans and can take place during afternoons or evenings.

You will be expected to work a mixture of these shift patterns, including weekends, on a rota basis. Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the individuals we support.

About you

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

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Working for us

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