Community Living Assistant (Support Worker)

Primarily Renfrewshire (PA4) with a small number of vacancies in Glasgow (G31 & G41) / £13.45 per hour (£25,947.47 per year) £14.12 per hour for night shifts / Permanent | Full-Time, Part-Time & Relief Contracts Available (20-37 hours per week)

Support People to Live the Life They Choose

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference every day?

The Role

As a Community Living Assistant, you will support people to achieve their personal goals, develop independence and participate fully in their local communities.

Responsibilities

- Providing personal care with dignity and respect
- Supporting medication routines
- Assisting with meal preparation and daily living activities
- Supporting people to maintain their homes and tenancies
- Encouraging independence, communication and choice
- Accompanying people to appointments, education and social activities
- Supporting community participation, hobbies and interests
- Delivering one-to-one or two-to-one support based on individual needs

Every day is different, but your focus will always be promoting independence, inclusion, dignity and wellbeing.

Benefits

- 32 days annual leave (pro rata)
- Up to 8% employer pension contribution
- £600 Refer a Friend bonus
- Fully funded SVQ qualification
- Paid mileage
- Free PVG check
- Death in Service benefit (up to 3x annual salary)
- Blue Light Card eligibility
- Concerts for Carers discounts
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Set rotas to support work-life balance
- *Benefits are subject to contractual terms and conditions.

Essential requirements

Female Applicants Only This vacancy is open to female applicants only. This is a Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 due to the personal and intimate care needs of the individuals we support.

What We're Looking For

- Are caring, compassionate and committed to helping others
- Have experience within care,



support work or community-based services
- Can work adaptable shifts, including evenings, weekends and nights
- Hold a full UK manual driving licence
- Have access to your own manual vehicle for work purposes
- *Paid mileage is provided for all work-related travel.
- 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.

Important Information

We 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.

Why Join Capability Scotland?

At Capability Scotland, you'll join a dedicated team that is passionate about helping people achieve their goals and live independently.

We invest in our colleagues through training, qualifications, development opportunities and career progression, ensuring you have the support you need to build a rewarding career in social care.

Company Information

Company: Capability Scotland

Salary: from £13.45 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: Renfrew

Working pattern: Field-based

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 4 Nov 2026 Closing date: 27 Nov 2026

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