Social Care Assistant

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people? Do you want to help people thrive, not just survive? Are you a caring, compassionate and reliable person who is interested in supporting people in your community? If so we have an opportunity in an extremely rewarding role where you will be proud of the difference you make!

We are excited to announce that we have a variety of posts within Gairloch Residential home. We are looking for people who are committed to providing a high quality service and ensuring the residents are at the heart of everything we do. We need motivated, enthusiastic, reliable individuals who are able to work under direction as a valued member of our team.

We deliver a high standard of flexible and responsive care to ensure the best quality of life for the people we support.. This post is vital to ensuring the wellbeing of the residents to receive all the support to meet their daily needs and a fulfilled life within the home

Previous experience in social care is desirable but not essential. This post requires you to register with the SSSC. To meet this requirement, a SVQ 2 in Social Care, or other relevant qualification or a willingness to work towards this qualification as a Support Worker in a Care Home Service within 5 years of appointment.  A full Induction will be provided alongside any training that you will require to undertake the role.  Your development will be supported by a Team of experienced practitioners and managers.

We would welcome people who are interested in applying to visit the care home or have an informal discussion please contact Anne Macleod , Integrated Team Manager or email  annem.macleod@nhs.scot

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

• You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
• DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes
• Posts close at midnight on the indicated date
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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.

NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay.  This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff.  This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours.  However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week.  If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.