Compassionate Care Practitioner - Housing Support (Permanent, 36h)

Midlothian Council; Penicuik; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Midlothian Council is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and caring person to join the team at Cowan Court Extra care housing. The successful candidate will help people supported to live with dignity, choice and independence, with values of kindness and heart.

You will be educated to HNC/SVQ3 in Social Care (or willing to obtain within 3 years) and have practical experience in assessing and planning care for tenants in a caring environment.

Qualifications

• Educated to HNC/SVQ3 in Social Care or willing to obtain within 3 years.
• Experience in assessing and planning care for tenants in a caring or supported environment.
• Ability to work without direct supervision and respond calmly to unplanned situations.
• SSSC Registration requirements for Housing Support Service and Care and Home Services.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan care for tenants in a caring or supported environment.
• Provide sound guidance to the care team as required.
• Complete training in administration of medication as per Units training plan.

Skills

Care planning

Assessment experience

Independent worker

PVG knowledge

Education

HNC/SVQ3 in Social Care

Job description

Midlothian Council is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and caring person to join the team at Cowan Court Extra care housing. The successful candidate will help people supported to live with dignity, choice and independence, with values of kindness and heart.

You will be educated to HNC/SVQ3 in Social Care (or willing to obtain within 3 years) and have practical experience in assessing and planning care for tenants in a caring environment.