CrossReach
Day Care Worker - Part Time
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At CrossReach
We support people to stay connected, maintain their independence, and get the most out of day-to-day life.
As a Day Care Worker, you’ll be involved in providing practical care and helping create a supportive, engaging environment for those who attend our service.
What you’ll be doing
- Supporting service users with personal care while maintaining dignity and independence
- Acting as a key worker and helping to develop and review individual care plans
- Building positive relationships with service users, families, and carers
- Supporting and leading group activities that promote wellbeing and social interaction
- Assisting with meals, including preparation and service
- Helping to keep the centre clean, safe, and welcoming
- Keeping accurate records in line with organisational policies and SSSC requirements
What we’re looking for
- A caring, reliable, and respectful approach
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office
- SVQ Level 3 in Social Care, or willingness to work towards it
- Ability to work in line with CrossReach’s Christian ethos and support service users’ choices in this area
What we offer
- A part-time role within a Monday to Friday service (9am–5pm)
- A varied role supporting people in a community setting
- Ongoing training and development
- A supportive team environment
- Opportunities to progress within CrossReach
If you’re looking for a hands-on role where you can make a practical difference, we’d like to hear from you.
We also offer you a range of benefits that you would expect from an organisation that supports others.
- Access to a wide range of exclusive retail and leisure discounts through our rewards scheme and the Blue Light Discount card
- A generous contributory pension plan and death in service benefit
- Enhanced family-friendly policies
- Access to a health cash plan
- Support from a care concierge service
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About CrossReach
CrossReach has been at the forefront of high-quality social care for over 150 years, providing loving care to people of all ages and supporting them to live life to the full whatever their circumstances.
We are one of the largest social care providers in Scotland, with experience across a broad range of services. We are still growing, learning, and improving, thanks to the incredible people we have the privilege to support, and all those who support us.
We are part of the Church of Scotland and aim to provide social care services and specialist resources in Christ’s name to further the caring work of the Church to people in challenging circumstances.
As we do our work in Christ’s name, the job you have applied for requires you to have a Christian faith and be able to work within and uphold our Christian Ethos. This is an Occupational Requirement under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.
Requirements
- Be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks
- Be registered with SSSC and ensure that you meet the standards and criteria for registration
- Have the relevant permission to work in the UK
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Commitment to Diversity
We are committed to attracting, retaining, and developing the very best people to build a diverse and talented team and recognise that every individual’s unique background, experience, and ability contributes to our success. We aim to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected and where people can belong, thrive, and be their very best, whoever they are.
Application Process
- Apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
- Do not upload a CV as it will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
- Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.
- For help completing an application on Jobtrain, please click here - Application Guidance - Jobtrain
- To view our accessibility statement, please click here. CrossReach Accessibility Statement
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- Once you have submitted your application form, you will be unable to make any amendments.
If you have any queries regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team on recruitment.team@crossreach.org.uk
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.
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