support worker in Glasgow inGlasgow PUBLISHED WED 27 AUG 2025 Jump to job information section

£12.62-£15.45 per hour NO SPONSORSHIP

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Job description

Join our dynamic, family-run team in Glasgow and enjoy a rewarding career with excellent benefits! We offer full and part-time roles with flexible shift patterns to fit your lifestyle, whether you’re looking for steady hours or more flexibility. As part of our team, you'll receive a comprehensive uniform and PPE, along with full induction and paid training to set you up for success. Take advantage of paid shadow shifts to gain valuable experience, and enjoy competitive rates from £12.82 to £15.45 per hour. We also provide a free Blue Light Card with exclusive discounts, paid holidays, paid mileage, and a free PVG check—making your job both rewarding and affordable. Our supportive management team is dedicated to your growth, offering clear opportunities for progression within the company. If you're looking for a fulfilling role in a supportive environment where your contribution truly matters, apply now and become part of our family in Glasgow!

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.

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Here are 5 questions you could be asked if you apply for this job:

Why do you want to work for Plus Homecare and what appeals to you about homecare work in Glasgow?

This role involves all aspects of personal care. How would you approach supporting a client with intimate care to maintain their dignity, privacy and safety?

Can you tell me about any experience you have with administering medication, or how you would handle giving medicines and recording them accurately?

How would you prepare meals for a client with dietary requirements or swallowing difficulties?

Give an example of how you’ve provided social support or companionship to someone — or, if you have no experience, how you would encourage a client’s independence and social wellbeing.

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1. 1. Why do you want to work for Plus Homecare and what appeals to you about homecare work in Glasgow?

2. 2. This role involves all aspects of personal care. How would you approach supporting a client with intimate care to maintain their dignity, privacy and safety?

3. 3. Can you tell me about any experience you have with administering medication, or how you would handle giving medicines and recording them accurately?

4. 4. How would you prepare meals for a client with dietary requirements or swallowing difficulties?

5. 5. Give an example of how you’ve provided social support or companionship to someone — or, if you have no experience, how you would encourage a client’s independence and social wellbeing.

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Useful skills for a support worker: Click to view

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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