Relief Care Worker

CrossReach Trading Ltd.; Nairn; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Whinnieknowe is a residential care home in Nairn, supporting up to 24 older people. Our relief care workers provide essential practical and personal support, taking on shifts when additional staffing is required.

As part of CrossReach's bank team, you will help residents with personal care, meals, mobility, and daily activities, while respecting independence and dignity. PVG and SSSC checks and UK work entitlement are required.

Qualifications

• Adaptable and reliable with good communication.
• Able to work with different people and teams.
• Willing to learn and develop in a care environment.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care and daily routines.
• Assist with meals, mobility and wellbeing.
• Encourage independence and choice in daily activities.
• Follow care plans and adapt approach to preferences.
• Work with colleagues to provide safe, consistent support.
• Complete records and share information with the team.

Skills

Adaptable

Reliability

Teamwork

Clear communication

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Whinnieknowe is a residential care home for up to 24 older people in Nairn. Set within leafy grounds overlooking the River Nairn and Cawdor Hills, the home offers a peaceful setting while remaining close to the town centre and local community. Residents are encouraged to maintain their independence and make choices about everyday life, with personalised support available whenever it is needed.

Our Relief Care Worker opportunities give you the chance to support CrossReach services by taking on available shifts when additional staffing is required.

Whether you have experience in care or are considering a new direction, you'll provide essential practical and personal support while helping people maintain their independence, dignity and wellbeing.

As part of our bank team, you'll enjoy the flexibility to take on shifts that fit around your other commitments while making a valuable contribution to our services.

What you will do

• Support people with personal care, daily routines and practical activities.
• Assist with meals, mobility and everyday wellbeing.
• Encourage choice and independence in everyday situations.
• Follow care plans and adapt your approach to individual preferences.
• Work alongside colleagues to provide safe, consistent support.
• Complete records and share important information with colleagues.

About you

You'll be adaptable, reliable and able to work well with different people and teams. You'll communicate clearly and take a thoughtful approach to supporting others.

You'll bring patience, good judgement and an understanding of the responsibility involved in providing care.

Previous care experience can be helpful, but we're also interested in transferable skills gained through other jobs, volunteering or supporting people in your personal life. You don't need to already hold an SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, as you'll be supported to work towards achieving it with CrossReach.

You’ll need to be willing to learn, provide personal care and meet the relevant PVG and SSSC registration requirements.

Why work with us?

At CrossReach, our relief workers play a valuable role in helping services maintain consistent, high-quality care. You'll have the opportunity to contribute your skills and experience while supporting an organisation committed to quality, compassion and respect.

If relief care work sounds right for you, apply today and join CrossReach.

CrossReach has been at the forefront of high quality social care for over 150 years, providing loving care to people of all ages and supporting them to live life to the full whatever their circumstances. During that time, we have worked hard to understand the needs of the people who turn to us for help and with them have been at the forefront of pioneering services which have literally changed thousands of lives for the better.

Today we are one of the largest social care providers in Scotland, with experience across a broad range of services. We are still growing, learning, and improving, thanks to the incredible people we have the privilege to support, and all those who support us. We are part of the Church of Scotland and aim to provide social care services and specialist resources in Christ’s name to further the caring work of the Church to people in challenging circumstances.

As we do our work in Christ’s name you must be respectful of our Christian Ethos and be able to work within it.

This post requires you to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks. You will also be required to be registered with SSSC and it is your professional responsibility to ensure that you meet the standards and criteria for registration.

We have a legal obligation to ensure that we do not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category.

We are committed to ensuring that we attract, retain, and develop the very best people to build a diverse and talented team and we recognise that every individual’s unique background, experience and ability contributes to our success. We aim to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected and where people can belong, thrive and be their very best, whoever they are.

If you have any queries regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team on [e-mail]

Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.