Are you passionate about empowering individuals to live independently and thrive within their local community? Join our diverse, dedicated team at Muirpark in Tranent, delivering high-quality care and support tailored to young people and adults (ages 16+).
About the Service
Our client is registered with the Care Inspectorate as a dual Housing Support and Care at Home service. It comprises a cluster of 12 properties alongside an active community outreach service. We deliver person-centred care ranging from 25 hours per week up to 24/7 packages (including overnight support) to individuals with diverse needs, including:
- Learning disabilities and neurodivergence
- Acquired brain injuries
- Acute mental health conditions
- Substance use recovery needs
- Physical disabilities
The Role Working under the daily leadership of a Team Leader and Senior Support Worker, you will join a dynamic 15-person team delivering round-the-clock support. Your core focus will be helping individuals build independence and actively participate in their community.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote Independence: Support service users with daily living tasks, personal care, and skill development inside their homes and out in the community.
- Community Engagement: Assist individuals in participating in local activities and interests that promote health, confidence, and well-being.
- Deliver Tailored Care: Follow individualised support plans that adapt seamlessly to both cluster residents and community outreach clients with higher support needs.
- Flexible Support: Work a variety of shifts within a flexible rota to ensure continuous 24/7 care coverage, including overnight shifts.
What We Are Looking For
- Compassionate & Person-Centred: A genuine commitment to supporting a vibrant, diverse community of individuals from all backgrounds.
- Adaptable: Confidence working with a wide range of support needs, from neurodivergence to complex mental health conditions.
- Strong Team Player: Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and external health professionals.
- Relevant Experience (Desirable): Previous experience in social care, housing support, or outreach is beneficial, but strong values and a positive attitude are essential.
Why Join Us? You will be part of a supportive, collaborative environment where every team member's contribution directly helps people lead fulfilling, active lives.
How to Apply To start making a meaningful difference in the Tranent community, please either apply directly on this page or send an email . Alternatively, please call me directly on 0131 240 0887.
I look forward to hearing from you soon!
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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