Job Description

Health & Social Care Modern Apprentice

£23,650 Fixed Term (for 18 months)
New Rannoch Day Opportunities, Shuna Court, Perth

Perth & Kinross Council is committed to assisting young people within the local area by providing the opportunity to gain skills and knowledge of work through our Modern Apprentice Programme.

Are you aged 16-24 and good at communication?
Are you looking for an opportunity to gain on the job experience whilst working towards a qualification?

If so, a Health & Social Care Modern Apprenticeship within Perth & Kinross Council could be what you are looking for……….

Working within Perth & Kinross Council is not just a job it's about being part of something meaningful. It's about being part of an organisation which puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.

This rewarding role will involve working in a busy, supportive environment and will allow you to gain Social Care, Customer Service and IT skills whilst building confidence and experience.

As an Apprentice with Perth & Kinross Council there are also many opportunities to get involved in events within the area and community volunteering.

If you are an enthusiastic candidate who is looking to take that next step into the world of work, then this could be the perfect role for you.

This role will initially be based within our Older People Day Care Service in Perth, with an opportunity to move on to our Learning Disability Day Opportunities, Supported Living, or Care at Home services, and other fantastic employment opportunities.

Requirements

As a Health & Social Care Partnership we are able to offer employees:
• A fantastic Career Pathway.
• Comprehensive Induction and Shadowing.
• A Learning Pathway for new and existing employees.

Excellent Terms & Conditions related to:
• Pay / Salary Scales (MA): £23,650 (based on 36 hours/week)
• Annual Leave & Public Holidays (starting at 25 days per year – pro rota)
• Work Life Balance (Flexible Working, Cares Leave & Compassionate Leave).

For further information, you can contact Kathy Harper, by emailing Kharper@pkc.gov.uk

Responsibilities

When completing your application for this post, please ensure that you provide contact details (including e-mail addresses) for two referees. One should be your current or most recent employer.

Please APPLY ONLINE. Facilities are available at all public libraries in Perth and Kinross. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please call 01738 475555 to discuss.

As part of our safer recruitment measures, any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of mandatory checks including eligibility to work in the UK, Disclosure Scotland or PVG, qualifications, references, and fitness to undertake the post. This may also include an Overseas Criminal Records Check if you have spent time living overseas.

A healthy work life balance is important to Perth & Kinross Council and we provide supportive management and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work life balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

Some jobs may have been traditionally carried out predominately by one gender, but we would encourage you to apply if you meet the requirements, irrespective of your gender.

Perth & Kinross Council welcomes applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.

At PKC our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of the Perth and Kinross Offer. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours. Find out more about PKC and you could soon be joining our team!

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What we can do for you

If you are successful in a role with Perth & Kinross Council, you will have access to a range of benefits to help your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.