Job reference: 262346
Salary: Band 2 (£26,696 - £28,988)
Job closing date: 01/11/2026
Job Type: Personal and Social Care
Location: Mains House Care Home
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 72
Job posted date: 13/10/2026
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Highland
Department: Mains House Care Home

Job Advert

An exciting opportunity has arisen for individuals to join our dedicated team. Mains House provides nursing and residential care services for 25 older and adults and we are looking for flexible and committed individuals to join our friendly, dedicated team working with our lovely residents.

The post holder will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team and duties will include supporting individuals with the full range of daily living activities; day to day personal care and welfare of the residents along with key-worker responsibilities.

Experience is preferable but training will be given. Opportunity to work towards SVQ 2 and a career in health and social care.

Successful candidates will be expected to work on rotational day and night shifts. The post can be full or part time.

Informal enquiries to Shirley Christie - Shirley.christie1@nhs.scot 01540 673888

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

Flexible Working

  • Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

How to apply

  • Apply online through Jobtrain

  • Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
  • Please ensure the address on your application form reflects your current place of residence for your present workplace and can be verified through your identification documents.
  • Do not upload a CV – CVs are not used for shortlisting
  • Applications close at midnight on the stated closing date
  • Once submitted, applications cannot be changed

Keeping in Touch

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What is it like to work for NHS Highland?

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Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty and responsibility

Quality and teamwork

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