Social Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Grantown-on-Spey; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to support vulnerable adults in a residential setting. This fulfilling role involves assisting residents with daily living activities and personal care, fostering a positive environment. The position requires teamwork and good communication skills, with training provided for those new to the field. Enjoy flexible working options and competitive pay, including enhanced rates for weekends and unsocial hours. Join a vital sector that makes a real difference in people's lives every day.

Benefits

Generous Leave Entitlements

Enhanced Pay for Unsocial Hours

Flexible Working Options

Qualifications

• Experience in adult social care is preferred but not essential.
• Training will be provided for the right candidates.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal care.
• Work as part of a team to support vulnerable adults.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Independence

Education

SVQ 2 in Social Care

Equivalent Qualification

Job description

The post involves working as part of a team to support vulnerable adults in a residential setting. The post holder will assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal care.

Helping others provides fulfillment and satisfaction that outweighs the challenges of the role. If you are compassionate, positive, and enjoy caring for others, this job may be suitable for you. You should be able to work as part of a team or independently, follow instructions, and possess good communication skills.

A career in adult social care is vital and makes a difference in people's lives every day.

Working for the NHS offers good pay and conditions, including generous leave entitlements. Weekend and unsocial hours are paid at an enhanced rate. The role involves shift work with days and nights rotation; however, flexible working options will be considered.

Experience is preferred but not essential, as training will be provided. Candidates should have SVQ 2 in social care or an equivalent qualification.

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity, eliminating discrimination, and ensuring a workforce that is representative and respectful. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

Additional Information for Candidates

• Apply via the Jobtrain application process.
• Do not upload a CV; it will not be used for shortlisting.
• Applications close at midnight on the specified date.
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• Once submitted, applications cannot be amended.
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NHS Highland is the largest of the 14 NHS Scotland regional boards, covering Highland and Argyll & Bute, spanning 12,500 square miles.

We aim to foster a positive culture aligned with NHS and Social Care values:

Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty, and responsibility

Quality and teamwork

From 1 April 2024, NHS Scotland will reduce the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours without pay change. This applies pro-rata to part-time staff. Some service areas may require temporary additional hours until new rosters are implemented. For questions, contact the recruiting board.