Support Worker – Coatbridge

Support Worker – CoatbridgeLocation: Coatbridge/Airdrie  and surrounding areas, North LanarkshireSalary: £13.45 per hour (£25,947.47 FTE) + £14.12 per hour enhanced night rateHours: Up to 37 hours per weekContract: PermanentWorking patterns: Full-time, part-time, weekend-only, relief and sleepover shiftsRequirements: Driving licence and access to a vehicle essentialMake a real difference every dayAre you caring, compassionate and looking for a job where you can genuinely make a difference to someone's life?Capability Scotland is looking for Support Workers / Community Living Assistants to join our team supporting adults with disabilities to live as independently as possible in their own homes and communities across North Lanarkshire.Whether you're an experienced Support Worker or you're looking to start your career in care, you don't need previous care experience. We provide full training and will fully fund your SVQ qualification.Our support visits are typically a minimum of four hours, giving you the time to build meaningful relationships and provide high-quality, person-centred support.What you'll doAs a Support Worker, you'll help the people we support to live fulfilling and independent lives. Your role may include:Providing personal care with dignity, respect and compassionSupporting with medication and mealtimesEncouraging independence, choice and decision-makingSupporting people to access their local communityHelping with hobbies, interests and social activitiesAssisting with household tasks and everyday livingBuilding positive and trusting relationshipsProviding person-centred support tailored to each individual's needsNo two days are the same, and the difference you make can be huge.Job Description: Community Living AssistantWhat we're looking forYou don't need previous experience in care. More important to us is that you are:Caring, kind and compassionateReliable, patient and dependableA good communicatorComfortable working as part of a teamRespectful of people's choices, dignity and independenceFlexible and willing to work a range of shiftsA full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential because this is a community-based role.Remaining vacancies are *female-only due to intimate care requirements (Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) Equality Act 2010)Hours/Shift patternsWe provide support 24 hours a day, so there are a variety of shifts available, including:Day shiftsBack shiftsSleepoversWeekend shiftsRelief/bank workWe offer full-time, part-time and weekend-only opportunities, with rotas issued well in advance to help you plan your life outside work.Please note that you must be able to work a mix of shifts. We are currently unable to accommodate availability restricted to specific hours such as 9am–2pm.Why Join Capability Scotland?£13.45 per hour (£25,947.47 FTE)Enhanced night shift rate of £14.12 per hour with overtime available at enhanced rates32 days annual leave, rising to 37 days with service (pro rata)Up to 8% employer pension contributionFully funded SVQ qualificationSet rotas to help you plan your work-life balanceFree PVG membershipDeath in Service benefit (up to three times annual salary)£600 Refer a Friend bonus (no limit on referrals)Eligible for Blue Light Card discounts / Concerts for Carers membershipCycle to Work SchemePerks at Work employee discounts24/7 Employee Assistance Programme£600 Refer a Friend Scheme*Benefits are subject to contractual terms.Apply TodayClick Apply Now to submit your CV.Closing Date: 19th Nov 2026For more information contact siobhan.hutcheson@capability.Scot quoting reference CS291026Important InformationWe reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early, therefore we would encourage you to apply without delay. Capability Scotland is committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued, and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense – this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds, experience, cognitive and neurodiversity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency and welcomes enquiries from everyone. Due to the high volume of applications expected, we advise that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest and for taking the time to apply to work with us.This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and a satisfactory PVG Scheme Record/Update. The successful candidate will be required to undergo the appropriate Disclosure Scotland vetting checks prior to appointment.