Residential Care Worker (Dementia & Elder Care) 21.6h/wk

West Lothian Council current; West Calder; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance 14%

Permanent contract

Job summary

West Lothian Council is hiring a Social Care Support Worker on a permanent, part-time basis. The role covers 21.6 hours per week across a rota that includes weekends, contributing to care planning and supporting older residents with their personal and emotional needs. You will work within care home settings and adhere to PVG/SSSC requirements.

Desirable SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or progress towards it. Commitment to non-discriminatory practice and resident-centred care is essential.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care is desirable or be working towards it.
• Experience of working with older people, preferably in a care home setting.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the care planning process for residents in consultation with other staff.
• Provide for the personal care, support and emotional needs of older people requiring residential care.
• Work as part of a team on a rota basis (including weekends).

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Empathy

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

West Lothian Council is hiring a Social Care Support Worker on a permanent, part-time basis. The role covers 21.6 hours per week across a rota that includes weekends, contributing to care planning and supporting older residents with their personal and emotional needs. You will work within care home settings and adhere to PVG/SSSC requirements.

Desirable SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or progress towards it. Commitment to non-discriminatory practice and resident-centred care is essential.