Assistant Social Care Worker - ARB16026

Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated care home team on the beautiful Isle of Islay, where you will make a significant impact on the lives of the local community. This role offers a chance to develop your skills in health and social care, with opportunities for training and career advancement. As part of a supportive and dynamic work environment, you will contribute to providing essential services, including care for the aging population. Enjoy various benefits, including a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to employee wellbeing. This is your chance to make a difference in a rewarding career.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Pension Scheme

Generous Leave

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Gym Discounts

Wellbeing Initiatives

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in health and/or social care is essential.
• Willingness to obtain SVQ qualifications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work across all shifts within the care home.
• Provide essential services to the aging population.

Skills

Health and Social Care Experience

Willingness to Learn

Education

SVQ1 in Health & Social Care

SVQ2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Service: Health and Social Care Partnership

Closing Date: Thursday 22nd May 2025

We are seeking new workers to join our care home team on the Isle of Islay. Ideal candidates will have experience and a willingness to update their knowledge to a senior level during their shift.

We welcome applications from those returning to the care sector.

Argyll and Bute is one of Scotland's most beautiful regions. As an award-winning council, we play a vital role in the daily life and future of our diverse communities. Our goal is to make Argyll and Bute a great place to live, work, and do business. We are committed to providing excellent benefits and fostering a friendly, dynamic work environment to support our 5,000 colleagues in delivering vital services. Join us to make a difference.

This position is based in a care home on the Isle of Islay, providing essential services to the local community, including care for the aging population and respite care.

The role involves working across all shifts within the care home.

We encourage development and training opportunities within the care home.

Applicants should have experience in health and/or social care, a willingness to learn and develop, and ideally hold SVQ1 and 2 in Health & Social Care or be willing to obtain these qualifications.

We value our employees and offer various benefits, including a competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave, cycle-to-work scheme, gym discounts, wellbeing initiatives, and career development opportunities. We support flexible working arrangements where possible.

We are committed to doing the right thing for our people and the environment, with initiatives like employee recognition schemes and environmental policies.

Further information can be found here: Argyll and Bute Employee Recognition Programme, Disability Confident, Armed Forces, Fair Work First Statement, Equality and Fairness, Climate Change, Flexible and Hybrid Working Policy.

We believe in promoting a healthy work-life balance and will consider flexible working requests carefully to ensure service quality is maintained.

Applicants should note that:

• We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.
• This position is not suitable for job sharing.
• The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013, as amended, applies.
• This role requires PVG membership for working with adults.
• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) is required.

To apply, please click the Apply Now button at the top of the page.

For questions about the role, contact:

Diane McMillan, Unit Manager

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Please note that applications must be submitted via the Apply Now button. We do not accept CVs or applications by contacting the manager directly.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds and aim for a workforce that reflects our community. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing. More information is available in our Equality & Diversity Policy.