Support Worker
| Company: | Quarriers |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.45 to £13.45 an hour |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Barrhead, G78 1TU |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 23 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 22 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Help Build Something New
Quarriers is excited to be developing a brand-new support service in Barrhead, East Renfrewshire.
Your new opportunity
We are looking for caring, committed and motivated
Support Workers to join us from the very beginning of this exciting journey. This is a unique opportunity to help shape a new service and make a lasting difference in the life of one individual, supporting them to live the life they choose within their local community.
If your ambitions are aligned with delivering person-centred support, promoting independence and helping people achieve their goals, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
As a
Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, individualised support tailored to the person's needs, interests and aspirations.
You will work as part of a dedicated team, building positive relationships and creating a safe, supportive and welcoming environment that enables the individual to thrive.
Support may include:
- Promoting independence and daily living skills.
- Supporting participation in community activities and social opportunities.
- Encouraging health, wellbeing and meaningful routines.
- Providing emotional support and building positive relationships.
- Working collaboratively with families, health professionals and wider support networks.
- Maintaining accurate records and supporting the individual's personal outcomes.
Shift Patterns
This service will provide support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
We are recruiting colleagues who can work flexibly across a range of shifts, including:
- Early shifts
- Late shifts
- Long day shifts
- Waking night shifts
- Weekends and public holidays on a rota basis
Typical shift patterns may include:
- 7:00am to 3:00pm
- 2:00pm to 10:00pm
- 7:00am to 10:00pm
- 10:00pm to 7:00am (waking night)
Please note that final shift patterns will be confirmed as the service becomes operational and will be designed around the individual's support needs.
What We're Looking For
We're interested in people who:
- Have a genuine drive for supporting others.
- Demonstrate kindness, patience and empathy.
- Are reliable, flexible and committed to delivering high-quality support.
- Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Have excellent communication skills.
- Have experience within social care, health care or support work, although full training will be provided.
Why Join Quarriers?
At Quarriers, you'll be part of one of Scotland's leading social care charities, with over 150 years of experience supporting people to live fulfilling lives.
We offer:
- Comprehensive induction and training.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
- SSSC registration support.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Pension scheme.
- Family-friendly policies.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're looking for more than just a job and want to be part of creating an innovative new service that will transform someone's life, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us build a service where people can thrive, belong and achieve their goals.
Please note: Quarriers cannot guarantee visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK or be able to secure this independently.