Overview
Service: Health and Social Care Partnership
Closing Date: Thursday 23 July 2026
Join our team who actively support adults with learning disabilities and neurodiversity in their own lives and in the community in line with the principles of Keys to Life and Health and Social Care Standards: my support, my life.
Role
Argyll and Bute is one of Scotland’s most stunning areas. As its award-winning council, we play a vital part in the day-to-day life and long-term future of our communities. We are committed to making the council the place to have a great career, by providing excellent benefits and a friendly, dynamic working culture so that each of our 5000 colleagues can deliver services that help our corner of Scotland thrive. Join us to make a difference. We need enthusiastic people to join us in LORNE day support, Oban, as full time Key Support Workers.
Responsibilities
We provide responsive and flexible support that is person centred and actively considers the person’s outcomes and wishes. We strive for as much community inclusion and personal independence as possible for the people we support to experience the same real-life opportunities as we have. This can include all life skills, learning, supported employment and individual goals. You should have experience to assist the Senior Support Worker to co-ordinate the team to actively support adults with learning disabilities and/or neurodiversities.
Qualifications and Requirements
- These posts require Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) Membership in relation to working with both children and adults.
- These posts require registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
- Happy to talk about flexible working arrangements.
- These posts are not suitable for job share.
- The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013, as amended, applies to this post.
Apply and contact
To apply for this vacancy, please click on the Apply Now button at the top of this page. If you would like clarification on any information contained within the vacancy advert and/or the job description please contact the recruiting manager, who is Heather Gillies, Deputy LD Resources Manager. Contact Telephone Number: 01369 707340. Email: heather.gilles@argyll-bute.gov.uk
Please note that you cannot apply for this vacancy by contacting the recruiting manager; applications must be made by clicking on the Apply Now button at the top of this page. We do not accept CVs, only applications completed and submitted via the Apply Now button on this page.
About us and diversity
We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. To find out more about our commitment to this please visit Equality and Fairness, Climate Change, Hybrid and Flexible Working Policy, and related policies.
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