Home Support Worker (Part Time)

North Lanarkshire Council; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in Scotland is seeking a Part-Time Home Support Worker to deliver person-centred care in the Home Support Service. The ideal candidate should have good communication skills, a friendly manner, and an SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care. Opportunities for professional development available. Potential candidates must have a current driving licence and be part of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

6 public holidays

Various perks through NLLife reward site

Qualifications

• Motivated and enthusiastic individuals are required.
• Experience in a care setting is desirable.
• Current driving licence is essential for Home Support Workers.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care to individuals.
• Work closely with individuals and families to maximize independence.
• Update and record care plans as needed.

Skills

Good communication skills

IT skills

Ability to observe and respond

Friendly manner

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Salary: £32,208 - £35,036 per year pro rata

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 30 hours per week

Job Description

NLC7 £32,208 - £35,036 (based on a 37hr post, pro rata for part-time hours)

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a rewarding career in our Home Support Service, providing a person-centred care approach to individuals living in North Lanarkshire. As a team member, you will use a reablement approach, working closely with individuals and their families to promote and maximise independence, self-management, and natural resources. Your goal will be to enable individuals to gain or regain confidence, ability, and necessary skills while living in their home environment, including natural supports.

A SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent is desirable. Successful applicants without this qualification will be supported to achieve it. You should be motivated, enthusiastic, with a friendly manner, and respectful of individuals' privacy and dignity. Good communication skills are essential, along with the ability to observe and respond to changes in health and wellbeing, updating and recording care plans as needed.

Experience in a care setting, including moving and assisting, is desirable, as well as some IT skills. A current driving licence is essential for Home Support Workers. We offer opportunities for professional development and ongoing personal growth.

You will need to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member before starting this role. Additionally, you should be registered or eligible for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

Work Pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off, with shifts: Early (06:30 - 15:04) and Late (14:30 - 23:04)

Requirements

Working here at North Lanarkshire Council

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 26 days of annual leave, 6 public holidays*, and various perks through our NLLife reward site. Our learning academy, LearnNL, provides training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential and advance your career.

*For casual/sessional roles, you will receive 12.1% of your hourly rate for each hour worked, as compensation for annual leave and public holidays. These rates will be detailed on your payslip. You will be paid only for hours worked.

Responsibilities

Are you involved in any of NLC's employability programmes, such as Supported Employment Initiative, Family Firm, Project Ability, Routes to Work, or the Pathway Programme - Winter Leaver?

North Lanarkshire Council supports armed forces members, veterans, and their families under the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Service leavers, spouses, reservists, and veterans are guaranteed an interview if they meet the essential criteria. Are you a veteran, reservist, or spouse of a veteran with prior military service?

The Council encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and guarantees an interview for those meeting the essential criteria.