Senior Health and Social Care Support Worker

NHS National Services Scotland; Thurso; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Thurso is seeking a motivated Senior Health and Social Care Support Worker to provide holistic care to patients in their homes. This part-time position offers flexible hours, requires a driving licence, and allows for career progression through training. Experience is not necessary as full induction will be provided, making it an ideal opportunity for entry into the health and social care field.

Benefits

Opportunities for training (SVQ in Health & Social Care)

Qualifications

• A driving licence is essential.
• Access to own vehicle is required.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist service users to maximize and maintain their independence.
• Provide high standards of patient care.
• Work with patients in their own homes.

Job description

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Senior Health and Social Care Support Worker, Thurso

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Client:

NHS Scotland

Location:

Thurso, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

25.08.2025

Expiry Date:

09.10.2025

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Job Description:

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Highland Health and Social Care Services help people from all walks of life, as well as their families or carers. They provide help and assistance in situations arising from illness, disability, old age, or poverty.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the West Caithness Health and Social Care Team based at William Smith House, Thurso. We are looking for a motivated & enthusiastic individual to work with patients in their own homes to provide holistic care. Your primary responsibility will be to support and assist service users to maximize and maintain their independence. Flexibility and initiative are essential. The post-holder will provide high standards of patient care to ensure a high quality service to the community.

Experience is not required, as full training and induction will be provided. Opportunities to complete your SVQ in Health & Social Care and potential for career progression.

A driving licence is essential, and applicants should have access to their own vehicle. A pool vehicle is available for rural areas.

This is a permanent part-time position (17.27 hours/week), working on a 4.00pm - 9.00pm rota, 4 days on, 4 days off, or as per service needs.

This role does not qualify for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland cannot provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

For informal enquiries: Ellen Stewart, Care at Home Officer (01847 808551, email: [email protected])

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NHS Highland covers Highland and Argyll & Bute, spanning 12,500 square miles, and values a positive, inclusive environment aligned with NHS and social care values.