Support Workers - 01/Largs/MK


Company:	Ayrshire Independent Living Network (AILN)
Salary:	£13.46 - £14.59
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Ardrossan, KA22 8DG
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	10 Aug 2026
Closing date:	9 Sept 2026

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Summary

Support Workers

Support workers required for various contracts in new service, working for an independent employer.

Rota hours can be flexible in order to be of optimal benefit to both staff and the service. This can be discussed further at interview.

I am a man in my thirties, living in Largs, North Ayrshire. I am autistic and I have a learning disability. At times, due to my autism, I need to rely heavily on structure, routine and predictability to keep me feeling safe and secure. It is essential to me that we can build a strong relationship and create trust so that I can fully relax and get the best out of life. When I have confidence in the people around me I am a very laidback, fun-loving, easy-going person and I'm happy to give most things a shot, indoors or outdoors. I love music and dance, swimming, trampolining and or even unwinding in my flat, doing a bit of baking or some arts and crafts. I thrive on fun and interaction and I'm at my best when I feel well-supported and understood.

I am looking for a team of people who are caring, compassionate, patient and most importantly, willing to take the time to get to really know and understand me. I am non-verbal so it is very important to me that my staff have strong clear verbal communication skills as well as a desire to get to know my own ways of communication.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Supporting me to lead an independent and fulfilling life. Supporting me to take part in activities that are important to me.

Supporting me with domestic chores including washing, ironing and keeping my home and my car clean and tidy.

Assisting with my personal care routine. Administering my medication.

Driving my car (a full UK, manual driving license in essential) Budgeting my finances for weekly shopping and outings etc.

Supporting me with meal preparation and encouraging me to eat a healthy, well-balanced diet.

Post: New service looking to build a new team of enthusiastic support workers around an autistic man in his thirties with a learning disability.

Salary: £14.59 per hour day hours - £13.46 per hour sleepover rate.

Annual Leave: 5.6 weeks AIL entitlement pro-rata.

Days of work/times required: 24/7 support with sleepover hours (8 hours per night) and additional 2:1 hours for activities.

Job purpose: Encouraging me, reassuring me and helping me to take pride in myself and my surroundings. Supporting me socially and emotionally while promoting my well-being and enabling me to live a happy, healthy and enjoyable life.

Employer: You will be employed by the personal employer, who will be assisted to administer payroll and undertake the necessary employment support responsibilities by a relevant support organisation.

Probationary Period: There is a 6 month probationary period attached to the post. Successful applicants will have to undergo a new or update of the PVG disclosure scheme and supply 2 up to date reference contacts prior to appointment.

Personal Qualities:

Desirable Essential

Fun.

High standards of professionalism. Strong values.

Energetic. Respectful.

Excellent communication skills.

Level-headed.

Desire to learn and work as a team to Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Patience and empathy.

achieve my goals. Ability to adapt to change and remain calm in stressful situations.

Experience:

Prior experience in a similar role is welcomed but not essential. Suitable candidate must be able to draw on lived experience and demonstrate relevant skills. Ability to engage effectively and work in partnership with others.

You must be a driver, with current drivers licence.

The successful applicants will have to undergo a new PVG Disclosure (or update), at the employer’s expense and supply 2 reference contacts prior to appointment and undergo relevant training.

There is a 6-month probationary period attached to these posts with 1 weeks’ notice within that time if the post does not work out.

To apply please email your CV to recruitment@ailn.org quoting - Ref: 01/Largs/MK

Alternatively, please contact Victoria Shepherd 07562074610.

***Please note that AILN are not the employers, AILN are a Self-Directed Support Charity that offer a support, payroll & mailbox service on behalf of Individual Employers***

Location: Largs, North Ayrshire

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