Social Care Worker

This Care Assistant role is focused on work enthusiastically as a member of a team that promotes and supports Adults with Support needs to maximise their inclusion, independence and planned outcomes. It would suit someone who can bring strong professional approach to the role.

Role overview

23 uairean a thìde Gach Seachdain - Dreuchd 0826 £18,878 gu £20,628 gach bliadhna (a’ gabhail a-steach £1,777 de Chuibhreann Eileanan iomallach gach bliadhna). Mur a h-eil seo agad, feumaidh comas a bhith agad an teisteanas seo a ghabhail os làimh agus a choileanadh – 36 mìosan an dèidh clàradh le SSSC.

Main responsibilities

Work enthusiastically as a member of a team that promotes and supports Adults with Support needs to maximise their inclusion, independence and planned outcomes. This can be within a variety of settings and include overnight support needs of a person where necessary. This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with adults.

What helps someone succeed

Strong professional approach.

Requirements

• You should have an understanding of the rights and responsibilities of people with support needs, the ability to listen effectively and communicate clearly and the ability to work.
• You should also have SVQ Level III in Care (or equivalent), in the absence of this - you must have the ability to undertake and achieve this qualification - 36 months after registr.
• Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

Job details

• Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance.
• Appointment to the post will be on the first point of grade with annual incremental progression.
• 6 Posts - Permanent Positions.