Assistant Social Care Coordinator - ORK09741

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional care provider in Scotland is seeking an Assistant Social Care Co-ordinator. This role involves coordinating high-quality Care at Home services throughout Orkney. Candidates should have relevant social care qualifications and experience, with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development available.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Challenging and varied role

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience required.
• Should achieve two required qualifications within specified time.
• Must travel efficiently within Orkney for service requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement and coordinate high quality support packages.
• Keep up to date with current best practice and legislation.
• Demonstrate proven organisation and communication skills.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Flexibility under pressure

Education

SVQ 3 in Social Services and Health Care

HNC in Social Care

Supervisory or management qualification (SCQF level 7+)

Job description

Overview

ORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE
Care at Home
Assistant Social Care Co-ordinator
32.5 hours per week, Shift working over 7 days
Permanent
£36,282 - £38,829 pro rata / £18.81 - £20.13 per hour (including shift allowance and Distant Islands Allowance)

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our small office team based in Kirkwall. As an Assistant Social Care Co-ordinator (ASCC) you will play a vital role in the provision of Care at Home services on Orkney Mainland and throughout the Isles. You will support our small geographically based teams to ensure the delivery of a high-quality Care at Home service to people who use our services.

Responsibilities

• Implement and coordinate high quality support packages
• Keep up to date with current best practice and legislation
• Demonstrate proven organisation and communication skills
• Adapt and work flexibly in a constantly pressured environment

Qualifications and experience

• An SVQ 3 in Social Services and Health Care or HNC in Social Care or other relevant practice qualification to allow registration with the SSSC as a Supervisor in a Care at Home Service
• OR a supervisory or management qualification at SCQF level 7 or above to allow registration with the SSSC as a supervisor in a Care at Home Service or achieve this qualification within 5 years of appointment
• OR a minimum of 3 years previous relevant experience as detailed in the experience section of the person specification in the Assistant Social Care Co-ordinator job description AND the requirement to achieve the two required qualifications within 3 years
• You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service
• This post is subject to Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with protected adults

Benefits

• A varied, challenging and highly supported role
• The opportunity to contribute to department wide initiatives
• Opportunities for professional development
• Receptive attitude to innovative thinking

Additional information

• Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Erin Johnston, Registered Manager on [phone].
• Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 12 October 2025
• Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.