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12.08.2025

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About us

Join Our Ayrshire Supported Living and Day Services Relief Team!

As part of our growing team, we’re expanding our relief pool an ideal opportunity for anyone looking for flexible work that fits around their life. Whether you're a student, a parent, semi-retired, or simply after a better work-life balance, joining our relief team on a zero-hour contract lets you choose when you work. Be part of something meaningful at Sense Scotland and make a real difference, one shift at a time.

About the Services

We’re looking for Relief Support Practitioners to join our team in Ayrshire, supporting people across Ardrossan, Saltcoats, Largs and Irvine.

In Ardrossan, we run a Day Support Service, open Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend shifts. Hours are flexible between 8:30am and 6:00pm.

In Saltcoats, Largs and Irvine, we provide Supported Living Services, offering 24-hour support all year round. Shifts in these services are typically 12 hours.

No two days are the same. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team, providing person-centred support to people who are primarily deafblind, with a range of complex needs. Many of the people we support don’t use verbal communication, so creativity, patience and empathy are essential.

At the heart of what we do is value-based communication adapting how we connect and support each person in ways that work for them. Our teams help people live full, independent lives, making their own choices and building their confidence every day.

Responsibilities of the Support Practitioner will include:

• Healthcare Support: Assist with healthcare needs, including medication administration and personal care, ensuring the well-being of individuals.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of daily tasks and activities, ensuring clear documentation of progress and support provided.
• Collaborative Care: Work closely with colleagues, families, and individuals to deliver high-quality care and support, fostering a team-oriented approach.
• Encouraging Independence: Promote independence and personal growth by following Support Plans tailored to each individual's needs and goals. This could include supporting them with everyday tasks or activities they enjoy, such as going shopping, attending community groups, enjoying walks, or taking part in hobbies and outings that matter to them.

About you

At Sense Scotland what is important is that all our staff have a genuine passion to make a difference in the life of someone with additional support needs.

What you will need to succeed

Good team-working skills and a positive attitude are essential qualities
Ability to communicate effectively and use your own initiative
Strong work ethic and organised to support routines
Able to prioritise and manage workloads
Eager to develop
A genuine passion for caring for others
Patience and understanding

If you value the power of a smile and want to make a positive impact by helping those, we support engage in activities they love, this role is for you. Whether you have experience in health and social care and seek a better work-life balance or are considering a career change to start in social care, we want to hear from you!

Working for us

We offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment, some of these include:

Retention payment of £500 we reward our people
100’s of discount options to use at high street stores, events, cinemas, restaurants and more!
Earn £250 by referring a friend
Training and development opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge via our e-learning packages and so much more
Generous annual leave entitlement 24 days annual leave plus 12 Public Holidays which increases with length of service
Pension scheme to help you save for the future
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical, impartial support on issues impacting your life
Cycle to Work scheme and HSF Health Plan, your health and wellbeing is important to us.

Our full list of benefits can be found here.

Please note that Terms and Conditions and/or qualifying criteria apply to the benefits listed above.