Support Worker in Ayr inAyr PUBLISHED WED 9 JUL 2025 Jump to job information section
£12.82-£ per hour GOOD SALARY
NO SPONSORSHIP
Cairllum Care rbMdxZ8K1
Job description
Earn a competitive £12.82 per hour with the added perk of 40p per mile for travel.
No experience needed; receive comprehensive paid training to develop valuable skills.
Flexible work-life balance with full and part-time positions available.
Opportunities for career advancement within Plus Homecare.
Drive to work and enjoy independence with required car access.
Make a meaningful impact by supporting vulnerable adults in their own homes.
Job description
Cairllum Care are looking to employ support workers to care for vulnerable adults in their own homes within the South Ayrshire area. We require urgent staff for Ayr and the surrounding areas along with other areas throughout South Ayrshire.
We are looking for hard working, reliable and caring staff to join our team.
Main duties will include -
All aspects of personal care
Medication administration
Meal prep
Social support
Light household tasks
No previous experience required as full paid in-house training will be provided.
We have full and part time positions available and there is always opportunities to progress within the company.
A driving licence and access to a car is essential for this position.
We currently offer £12.82ph and 40p per mile.
Cairllum Care are looking to employ support workers to care for vulnerable adults in their own homes within the South Ayrshire area. We require urgent staff for Ayr and the surrounding areas along with other areas throughout South Ayrshire.
We are looking for hard working, reliable and caring staff to join our team.
Main duties will include -
All aspects of personal care
Medication administration
Meal prep
Social support
Light household tasks
No previous experience required as full paid in-house training will be provided.
We have full and part time positions available and there is always opportunities to progress within the company.
A driving licence and access to a car is essential for this position.
We currently offer £12.82ph and 40p per mile.
Earn a competitive £12.82 per hour with the added perk of 40p per mile for travel.
No experience needed; receive comprehensive paid training to develop valuable skills.
Flexible work-life balance with full and part-time positions available.
Opportunities for career advancement within Plus Homecare.
Drive to work and enjoy independence with required car access.
Make a meaningful impact by supporting vulnerable adults in their own homes.
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
Requirements
See the job description for full role requirements.
Benefits
Earn a competitive £12.82 per hour with the added perk of 40p per mile for travel.; No experience needed; receive comprehensive paid training to develop valuable skills.; Flexible work-life balance with full and part-time positions available.; Opportunities for career advancement within Plus Homecare.; Drive to work and enjoy independence with required car access.; Make a meaningful impact by supporting vulnerable adults in their own homes.
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Can you tell us why you are interested in becoming a support worker, particularly in caring for vulnerable adults?
What qualities do you believe are essential for a support worker, and how do you embody these qualities in your personal or professional life?
As the role involves personal care, how would you ensure the comfort and dignity of the individuals you are supporting?
The job requires flexibility in hours. How would you manage your time effectively to accommodate the needs of the clients?
Can you describe a situation in your life where you had to provide support to someone in need? What did you learn from that experience?
1. 1. **Can you tell us why you are interested in becoming a support worker, particularly in caring for vulnerable adults?**
2. 2. **What qualities do you believe are essential for a support worker, and how do you embody these qualities in your personal or professional life?**
3. 3. **As the role involves personal care, how would you ensure the comfort and dignity of the individuals you are supporting?**
4. 4. **The job requires flexibility in hours. How would you manage your time effectively to accommodate the needs of the clients?**
5. 5. **Can you describe a situation in your life where you had to provide support to someone in need? What did you learn from that experience?**
Useful skills for a Support Worker:
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.
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