Peripatetic Support Worker - Care & Support

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Overview

Peripatetic Support Worker - Care & Support at Support for Ordinary Living (SOL) is a role within a non-profit organisation that supports people with various support needs and disabilities to live in their own homes and communities. SOL emphasizes values such as doing the right thing, making a difference, taking responsibility, challenging the status quo, considering different perspectives, and finding joy in the ordinary.

As a Peripatetic Care and Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, person-centred support that empowers people to live fulfilling, independent lives in line with their Outcome-Based Support Plans and SOL’s mission, vision, and values. The role involves covering annual leave and absence across multiple teams, offering opportunities to support a variety of people.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Deliver compassionate, respectful care that promotes dignity, autonomy, and inclusion.
Support people in their own homes or family homes to maintain their tenancy and live the lifestyle they choose.
Assist with personal care (e.g. bathing) and daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and shopping, where appropriate.
Safeguard individuals’ health, wellbeing, finances, and property, and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
Promote social inclusion by supporting participation in activities and encouraging the maintenance of positive relationships with family, friends, and the community.
Accurate recording of information using SOL’s digital systems and contribute to ongoing service quality improvement.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals to deliver consistent and coordinated support.
Be prepared to adapt visit schedules at short notice on designated working days.
Maintain compliance with SOL’s policies, SSSC Codes of Practice, and National Care and Care Inspectorate standards.
Participate in coaching, reflection, and review processes to support personal and professional development.
Maintain continuous professional development and meet all training and SSSC registration requirements, including any mandatory training and SVQ completion.
Represent SOL positively in all interactions, safeguarding the organisation’s reputation.
Work as part of a rota that may require availability during Christmas or New Year as part of a rotational arrangement.

Skills & Attributes

Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to delivering person-centred care.
Empathetic, respectful, and non-judgmental — upholding dignity, choice, and inclusion.
Reflective, adaptable, and open to learning and feedback.
Flexible in availability to respond to changing needs of individuals and the service.
Positive and solution-focused, with a willingness to embrace new ways of working.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication skills — listening, negotiating, and professional responses.
Comfortable with using IT and digital systems in everyday tasks.
Professional conduct — confidentiality, boundary setting, and raising concerns when needed.

Knowledge & Experience

Experience delivering person-centred care and support for a minimum of 2 years.
Understanding of and ability to work in line with the standards and guidance of the Care Inspectorate and the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
Commitment to completing required training and achieving qualifications necessary for SSSC registration, including SVQ.
Registration with the SSSC (or willingness to register within required timescales).
Membership of the PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) scheme or willingness to join.

Working Pattern

The role operates on a two-week rolling rota. Full-time contracted hours average 42 per week, consisting of 36 hours in week one and 48 hours in week two. Sleepovers may be required depending on allocated teams.

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday; Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.