Relief Social Care Assistant, Trianaid & TACUN - CNS05835

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Relief Social Care Assistant for Trianaid & TACUN Care Homes. The role involves supporting adults with support needs, ensuring they are included in local resources and facilities. Candidates should have effective communication skills, the ability to work in a team, and possess or be willing to achieve SVQ Level II in Care. Annual incremental pay and essential PPE use are required.

Qualifications

• Understanding of rights and responsibilities of people with support needs.
• Ability to listen effectively and communicate clearly.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Promote and support Adults with Support Needs in community settings.
• Provide overnight support where necessary.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Understanding of rights and responsibilities

Education

SVQ Level II in Care or equivalent

Job description

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Relief Social Care Assistant, Trianaid & TACUN Care Homes
£15.38 per hour (inclusive of £1.48 Distant Islands Allowance per hour)

You will work enthusiastically as a member of a team that promotes and supports Adults with Support Needs to actively take part within local resources and facilities, to maximise their inclusion, independence and planned outcomes. This can be within a variety of settings and include the overnight support needs of a person where necessary.

You should have an understanding of the rights and responsibilities of people with support needs, the ability to listen effectively and communicate clearly and the ability to work as part of a team. You should also have SVQ Level II in Care (or equivalent), in the absence of this you must have the ability to undertake and achieve this qualification within 36 months after registration with the SSSC.

The wearing and use of PPE is essential in this role.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with Adults.

Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of grade with annual incremental progression.

It is vital you read the job description and person specification; in your Experience statement please detail how you meet each of the essential criteria we ask for in the person specification.

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

Closing Date: Monday 10 November 2025