Relief Domestic Assistants - Wastview Care Services

Shetland Islands Council; Walls; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading council in Shetland is seeking a committed Domestic Assistant to manage domestic duties at Wastview Care Services. This role is focused on ensuring the smooth operation of care home duties while adhering to health and safety regulations. Flexibility in working is encouraged, and interview expenses covered within Shetland.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Interview expenses covered within Shetland

Qualifications

• Effective management of time to ensure smooth domestic operations.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations, including COSHH.
• Safe usage of electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing domestic duties in a residential care home.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Time Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) membership

Job description

Location: Wastview Care Centre, Walls, Shetland, ZE2 9PF

Rate: £14.44 per hour

Contract Type: Supply/Casual/Relief

Position Type: Supply/Casual/Relief

Hours: 0 hours per week

The postholder will be responsible for managing their time effectively to ensure the smooth operation of domestic duties in a residential care home or similar setting.

The Domestic Assistant must adhere to health and safety regulations (including COSHH) relevant to the role, including the safe use of electrical equipment.

Further details are available in the Job Profile, Person Specification, and Conditions of Service Summary attached below.

Additional Information

• The grade of this post is C.
• The pay rate includes a Distant Islands Allowance of £1.4808 per hour.
• Preferred candidates will need to join or update the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme before a formal offer of employment.
• This vacancy does not qualify for UK visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you do not require sponsorship.
• No relocation package is available.
• Interview expenses will be covered within Shetland.
• Flexible working arrangements are welcomed.

During the application, please provide the names of two references who are not related to you.

This position is based at Wastview Care Services, Walls, Shetland.

For further details, contact: Sylvia Goodlad, Senior Social Care Worker Supervisor, at 01595 745289 or email [e-mail]

If you have a disability preventing online application, please call 01595 744032.

About Shetland

Shetland is an archipelago in northern Britain known for its natural beauty, wildlife, and vibrant culture. It offers a thriving economy, excellent amenities, and a great work/life balance with friendly communities and stunning landscapes.