Support Worker; driver

If you are a registered client with Routes To Work, please contact your caseworker to apply. If you are not a registered client, please contact us to check you are eligible for this opportunity.

Location: Cumbernauld

Job Role: Support Worker

Service: West

Hours: 36

Salary Scale: £12.60 - £12.70 per hour

Criteria: Drivers only

• Supporting a person 1:1 in their home
• Provide personal and clinical care
• Assist with medication, housing needs, appointments, and daily routines
• Encourage social participation and independence
• Whether it’s helping someone feel confident in their own home or supporting them at a community event, you’ll play a vital role in helping people feel safe, empowered, and connected.
• This role can involve lone working, with on-call support available 24 hours a day.

Experience is not essential — we provide a full induction and ongoing training. What matters most is your ability to connect with people, your empathy, and your commitment to helping others.

• Emotionally intelligent and calm under pressure
• A great listener and communicator
• Reliable and self‑motivated
• Able to build trusting relationships
• Comfortable working independently

• UK Driving Licence and ability to drive both automatic and manual cars
• Access to your own car would be advantageous
• Flexibility to work shift patterns (day, evening, or weekend)

• Full induction and ongoing mentoring
• Opportunity to shadow experienced support workers
• Employee‑Owned Organisation – become a co‑owner
• Strong learning and development pathway
• Employee Discount Schemes & Referral Bonus
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Paid holidays and competitive pay structure

At our core, we believe everyone deserves a chance to flourish. Our services are person‑centred, values‑led, and rooted in kindness, empowerment, and respect. As a Support Worker, you’ll be part of a team that’s committed to making a meaningful difference.