Relief Social Care Worker, Seaforth House / Bremner Court (3057)

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Relief Social Care Worker to join their dedicated team. This role involves supporting adults with diverse needs, ensuring their inclusion and independence in various settings. Candidates should possess effective communication skills and an understanding of rights related to support needs. The position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about care and ready to contribute to a supportive environment, this is a fantastic opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Understanding of support needs and rights of individuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with varied needs to maximize inclusion and independence.
• Work as part of a team in different settings, including overnight support.

Skills

Effective Listening

Clear Communication

Teamwork

Understanding of Rights and Responsibilities

Education

SVQ Level III in Care

Job description

Location: Goathill Campus Sinclair Avenue Stornoway Isle of Lewis, HS1 2AP

Rate: £15.74 per hour

Contract Type: Supply/Casual/Relief

Position Type: Supply/Casual/Relief

Hours: 0 hours per week

Advert

Relief Social Care Worker, Seaforth House / Bremner Court (3057)£15.74 per hour, inclusive of £1.48 per hour Distant Islands Allowance

You will work enthusiastically as a member of a team that promotes and supports Adults with Support needs to maximise their inclusion, independence and planned outcomes. This can be within a variety of settings and include 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 III in Care (or equivalent), in the absence of this - you must have the ability to undertake and achieve this qualification - 36 months after registration with the SSSC.

This role requires the wearing and use of PPE.

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. Hours are on an as and when basis.

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further information.

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

Closing Date: Monday 26 May 2025