The support you need for the life you want
The support you need for the life you want
Share Scotland is a highly regarded, parent led organization that has been successful in supporting adults with intellectual, physical and sensory impairments since 1991. Share is actively working to promote equal opportunities for people with ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and other groups. Share Scotland is a Recognised Charity SC 008220.
We are currently looking for the following team members:
*Female Support Worker
Craigmillar, Edinburgh
20 hours per week, Salary £7,990 (pro-rata 39 hours).
A contributory pension and health insurance scheme is in place.
We are looking to fill the above vacancy within our project in Craigmillar, Edinburgh, where we support 5 adults with significant support needs within their own tenancy. We are looking for those who share our commitment to adults with significant support needs and their right to a say in their future.
Share Scotland's person centred approach allows people the freedom and support to actively pursue their chosen lifestyle within their own home and local community. Share's support offers choices and opportunities to people that may have been denied them in the past. A relevant qualification or eperience in caring for someone with a learning disability would be desirable but not essential as long as you have the right personality and attitude. The training and continuous development you will gain with Share will make up for any skills gap.
If you are interested in joining this existing project within an organization that enjoys challenge and strives for continuous development then please contact Share Scotland's Head Office by downloading our application form below and returning it to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by calling 0141 848 5068 for an application pack by post.
Job Description For A Support Worker
Please note CVs on their own will not be accepted.
The successful candidate will be subject to a PVG check. Share Scotland is actively working to promote equal opportunities for all.
* This is a Genuine Occupational Qualification under Section 7(2)(b) of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975.
Edinburgh Area
Relief Support Workers (£7.67 hourly rate)
Sleepover payment of £28.70 per night as required.
We are looking to increase our pool of relief workers to cover for holidays and sickness within our projects in the Edinburgh area. We are looking for those who share our commitment to adults with significant support needs and their right to a say in their future.
SHARE's person-centred approach allows people the freedom and support to actively pursue their chosen lifestyle, within their own home and local community. SHARE's support offers choices and opportunities to people that may have been denied to them in the past. A relevant qualification or experience in caring for someone would be desirable but not essential as long as you have the right personality and attitude. The training and continuous development you will gain with SHARE will make up for any skills gap.
If you are interested in joining our existing projects within an organization that enjoys challenge and strives for continuous development then please download our application pack below and return it by email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 0141 848 5068 for an application pack.
Job Description For A Support Worker
Please note CVs alone will not be accepted.
Closing Date for application forms to be received: Thursday 23 February 2012
The successful candidate will be subject to a PVG check
SHARE is actively working to promote equal opportunities for all.
