Relief Care Team Lead — Home Support

Scottish Borders Council; Kelso; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Wage Employer

Blue Light Card discounts

Pension Scheme

Paid training and qualifications

Job summary

Scottish Borders Council is seeking a Relief Assistant Manager to provide practical and emotional support to people receiving care at home from Grove House, Kelso. This relief/casual post offers flexible hours with an hourly rate of £18.41–£20.20, pro rata annual equivalent £33,600.95–£36,867.70, and access to training and development opportunities.

The role focuses on leading and supporting care teams, ensuring high-quality, person-centred services in line with SSSC Codes of Practice and

Qualifications

• SVQ 3 or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
• All training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Providing practical assistance and emotional support to empower the people we care for.
• Contribute to the management and delivery of high-quality care and support at home in line with SSSC Codes of Practice and National Care Standards.
• Provide leadership and direction in supporting the development of team members.
• Work productively in conjunction with their team to ensure the physical, emotional and social needs of the service users are appropriately met.
• Promote the health and well-being of the people we support and ensure they are met in an inclusive way.

Job description

Scottish Borders Council is seeking a Relief Assistant Manager to provide practical and emotional support to people receiving care at home from Grove House, Kelso. This relief/casual post offers flexible hours with an hourly rate of £18.41–£20.20, pro rata annual equivalent £33,600.95–£36,867.70, and access to training and development opportunities.

The role focuses on leading and supporting care teams, ensuring high-quality, person-centred services in line with SSSC Codes of Practice and