Senior In-Home Health & Social Care Worker

NHS Scotland; Wick; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Blue Light Care Scheme

4 days on, 4 days off

Paid training and development

Job summary

NHS Highland is recruiting a dedicated Senior Health and Social Care Support Worker to join the Care at Home service in Caithness. This permanent part-time role is 22.75 hours per week, with shifts 7:00am to 2:00pm, four days on, four days off.

You will provide high-quality, person-centred care in people\'s own homes, working with nurses and social workers, and maintaining accurate records. A driving licence is essential and full training is provided.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care
• Understanding of person-centred care and safeguarding
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (travel expenses available)

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and personal-centred support to individuals in their own homes
• Assist with personal care, medication support, continence care, nutrition & fluid, skincare, mobility support
• Support service users to maintain independence, dignity, and wellbeing
• Work closely with nurses, social workers, and allied health professionals
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date care records and documentation
• Follow all NHS Highland policies and safeguarding procedures

Education

SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Full UK driving licence

Job description

NHS Highland is recruiting a dedicated Senior Health and Social Care Support Worker to join the Care at Home service in Caithness. This permanent part-time role is 22.75 hours per week, with shifts 7:00am to 2:00pm, four days on, four days off.

You will provide high-quality, person-centred care in people\'s own homes, working with nurses and social workers, and maintaining accurate records. A driving licence is essential and full training is provided.