If you’re looking to get your foot in the door and kickstart a career in social care, these could be the opportunities you’ve been waiting for.

These paid work placements offers more than just a weekly wage, they’re a chance to gain hands-on experience in a real working environment, build confidence, and secure valuable employer references. Through these 26-week placements, you’ll not only earn while you learn, but also make a genuine difference in the lives of people across Glasgow.

Young People Support Assistant 

📍 Location: New Gorbals Health Centre, Glasgow
📅 Contract Duration: Up to 26 Weeks
💷 £12.60 per hour | 35 hours per week (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm)

Are you passionate about supporting young people and making a difference in your community?

Jobs & Business Glasgow (JBG) is partnering with Glasgow Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) to offer a fixed-term job placement.

This opportunity is ideal for Glasgow residents who are actively looking for work and registered with JBG (If you’re not registered, call us on freephone 0300 123 2898 to find out more).

What’s the role?

As a Young People Support Assistant, you’ll work directly with young people, particularly unaccompanied asylum seekers, who have recently arrived in Glasgow. You’ll help them settle into accommodation, access services, register with GPs, and get involved in education, community, and peer support networks.

You’ll also support with:

  • Accompanying young people to appointments

  • Helping them navigate public transport and local amenities

  • Providing administrative assistance for service-led initiatives

  • Offering practical and emotional support as they transition into new environments

What do you need?

We’re looking for people who:

  • Have experience working with vulnerable children or young people in a care or support setting

  • Are confident communicating with a diverse range of young people

  • Can work independently and as part of a team

  • Are flexible, empathetic, and well-organised

  • Have basic literacy, numeracy, and admin skills (Microsoft Office knowledge is a bonus)

  • Are willing to undertake a PVG check (fully funded by JBG)

Desirable but not essential: SVQ in Health or Social Care or currently working towards it.

What’s in it for you?

  • A 26-week paid placement

  • Weekly wage, holiday pay and access to employee benefits

  • Support throughout from your JBG Employability Adviser

  • A chance to build experience and grow your career in social care

Key Dates:

  • Apply by: Thursday 26 June 2025

  • Pre-screening: Friday 27 June 2025

  • Interviews: Wednesday 2 July 2025 (TBC)

  • Start date: Monday 7 July 2025

How to apply:

You must be registered with JBG.
📞 Call our Freephone number on 0300 123 2898 to make an appointment. If you’re already registered, contact your JBG Adviser and quote Reference: CHI26043

Support Worker – Fixed-Term Paid Placement 

📍 Location: David Cargill House, Hyndland, Glasgow
📅 Contract Duration: Up to 26 Weeks
💷 £12.60 per hour | 35 hours per week over 3 days (8am–8pm, Mon–Sun rota)

As part of the same Transitional Employment Programme, this is another fantastic chance for a Glasgow resident to gain real-world experience, build a strong reference, and receive weekly pay in a supportive care environment.

We’re currently recruiting for a Support Worker to join the team at David Cargill House in Hyndland. This fixed-term post is ideal for someone who wants to develop their career in health and social care and is passionate about supporting older people to live with dignity, independence, and meaning.

What will you be doing?

You’ll work closely with residents and staff to:

  • Deliver high-quality, person-centred care

  • Support daily personal care tasks like dressing, bathing, meals, and medication

  • Promote wellbeing through social inclusion and meaningful daily activities

  • Accompany residents to appointments or outings

  • Maintain accurate records and contribute to individual care plans

  • Ensure health, safety, and infection control standards are always met

You’ll be part of a supportive team and encouraged to participate in reflective practice, team meetings, and development opportunities.

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for someone who:

  • Is warm, caring, and eager to learn

  • Has some experience or interest in working with older people in a care setting

  • Understands the importance of respect, dignity, and compassion in care

  • Can work shifts across weekdays and weekends

  • Can confidently follow health & safety procedures and contribute to a professional care environment

Desirable but not essential:

  • SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Social Services and Healthcare (or working towards it)

  • Willingness to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and work in line with the Code of Practice

What’s in it for you?

  • A paid 26-week placement

  • Weekly wage, paid holidays, and employee benefits

  • Full support from your JBG Employability Adviser

  • Experience that looks great on your CV and builds future job opportunities in care

Key Dates:

  • Apply by: Friday 20 June 2025

  • Pre-screening and interviews: Week commencing 23 June

  • Start date: Monday 30 June 2025

How to apply:

You must be registered with JBG.
📞 Call our Freephone number on 0300 123 2898 to arrange an appointment.
Already registered? Speak to your JBG Adviser and quote Reference: Sup26037