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Senior Health & Social Care Support Worker - Care at Home
Lochaber B - Ballachulish
5.75 hours per week, Permanent
Salary Scale: Band 3 £21,709 - £23,603 pro rata per annum
Reference: ES5 059592
Highland Health and Social Care Services help people from all walks of life, as well as their families or carers. Health and Social Care in Highland provides help and assistance in many situations arising due to illness, disability, old age or poverty.
The post is responsible for supporting the provision of a Care at Home Service in the Ballachulish area for vulnerable people; providing assistance with key tasks which maintain and promote the independence for people in their own homes. For further information please refer to the job specification.
This post is 3.15-5pm shift working on a 4 day on 4 day off rotational basis so includes weekend working.
In order to be able to carry out the duties of this post effectively and safely, candidates will be able to provide evidence of experience in dealing with vulnerable adults, especially older people, preferably in a caring capacity. Applicants must have good communication skills – both verbally and in writing. SVQ Level 3 in Care, or a willingness and ability to work towards this qualification within an agreed time scale. Successful applicants will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council. For further information please refer to the person specification.
You will be required to work flexibly in order to meet service requirements. A driving licence is essential for this post and applicants should have access to their own vehicle for work purposes.
Informal enquiries regarding the post to: Linda Withers, Care at Home Officer, on 01397 709826, or by email at linda.withers1@nhs.scot
Closing date for completed Applications: Friday 16th July 2021
Please note that we are unable to accept late applications
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