Job Description
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Make a Difference Every Day
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Join Moray Council’s Health & Social Care team and help transform lives. As a Support Worker, you’ll provide care and support to adults and children with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs, empowering them to live independently and participate fully in their communities.
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Requirementsn
Your Career Starts Here
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Are you passionate about improving people’s lives?
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Do you want a role where every day makes a real difference?
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Look no further than a rewarding career in health and social care!
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Whether you’re experienced in social care or looking to start your career, we’ll give you the tools to succeed. We’ll sponsor you to achieve your SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, giving you the skills and confidence to thrive in this sector. This it’s a chance to build a rewarding career where you’ll empower others, create meaningful change, and grow professionally.
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With Moray Council, you’ll have access to structured training, mentoring, and clear progression routes, so you can build a future in social care while making an impact today.
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Why Join Us?
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- Career Progression: Many of our roles are filled by internal candidates who progress through the organisation.
- Qualification Sponsorship: We’ll support you to achieve your SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care—no prior qualification required.
- Flexible Working: Our 24/7 service offers a wide range of shift patterns to fit your lifestyle and support work-life balance.
- Employee Benefits: Cycle to Work scheme; Discounts with local businesses; EE mobile discount for you and your family and many more.
- Wellbeing Support: Occupational health and counselling services available when needed.
- Learning & Development: Access to training, mentoring, and external qualifications for career growth.
- Generous leave: 28 days annual leave entitlement, rising to 33 days, plus 7 days fixed public holidays pro rata.
- Pension Scheme: We cover two-thirds of the cost for employees in the North East Scotland Pension Fund.
- Find out more about Working Here
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Responsibilitiesn
What You’ll Do
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- Provide direct support to individuals with complex needs, including autism and behaviours that cause concern.
- Enable participation in community activities to promote independence and social inclusion.
- Support health-related needs, including administering medication and personal care.
- Maintain safe and clean living environments and assist with daily living tasks.
- Work collaboratively with families, carers, and other professionals to deliver quality care.
- Participate in ongoing training and development, including trauma-informed practice and physical intervention techniques.
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The Individualn
What We’re Looking For
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- Compassion, flexibility, and the ability to work as part of a team.
- Good practical and observational skills.
- Willingness to undertake SVQ Level 2, register with the SSSC and hold a PVG membership.
- Ability to remain calm in challenging situations and reflect on practice.(Previous experience in social care is desirable but not essential – we’ll provide full training.)
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This post is considered to be a ‘Regulated Role’ under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Under the Act it is a legal requirement for an individual undertaking a regulated role with children or protected adults to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.
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Therefore the successful candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to any formal offer of employment being made by Moray Council.
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Ready to Apply?
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If you’re passionate about making a difference and want a rewarding career with excellent benefits, we’d love to hear from you. If you have any questions about the role or application process, please contact: Kate McClue on 01343 842390
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Closing date: 4th September 2026n Starting salary: £33419.88n £17.37 per hourn 36.25hrs per week
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