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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.
Looking for a rewarding career in the care sector? Being part of a team that is making a real difference to the local community? Care at Home may be the type of career you are looking for!
We are excited to announce that we are looking for Senior Health & Social Care Workers to join our established Care at Home Team with in the North Skye area.
The location of this post is in the Isle of Raasay and due to this carers will be required to stay on the island overnight, there is staff accommodation within the island that the applicant would be able to use while on working days in Raasay.
This permanent post supports our vision of a highly skilled, experienced, flexible workforce that has knowledge and skills in delivering modernised services. You would be a valued member of a dedicated, professional Care at Home Team delivering a high standard of care within the local communities. You will be supporting people who need assistance with personal care, meal assistance and medication support to help them live as independently as possible within their homes and thus allowing them to remain part of community for longer. The work is dynamic and varied due to our rural communities and their location.
One of our Service's top priorities is nurturing the next generation of staff. The ideal candidate would be enthusiastic and dedicated to delivering high quality care and enjoy working within a close team of carers. You will be working with and supported by the Care at Home Officer, Band 4 - Lead Health & Social Care Workers, Care at Home Coordinator and Admin and work alongside others Band 3 - Senior Health and Social Care Workers. The team as a whole will provide you with expert advice with any complex issues, updates of clients and developing sound practice within your role. A full induction will be provided as well as ongoing training and support throughout your career.
The right candidate will have of experience in dealing with vulnerable adults, especially older people in a caring capacity. They must also have good verbal and written communication skills. There would be an expectation that an SVQ Level 2 in Care, or a willingness and ability to work towards this qualification within an agreed time scale is an essential part of this post.
If you would like an informal conversation or to visit the Team before applying please contact Annie Miller, Care at Home Officer, on 01478 613937; or by email: annie.miller2@nhs.scot
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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.
Care and compassion | Dignity and respect | Openness, honesty and responsibility | Quality and teamwork |
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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.