Social Care Assistant

NHS Highland; Newtonmore; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Mains House, part of NHS Highland, provides nursing and residential care services for older adults. We are seeking flexible and committed individuals to join our friendly team, supporting residents with daily living activities and personal care within a multidisciplinary environment. Training will be provided with opportunities to progress, including SVQ 2.

Roles involve rotational day and night shifts and the option to work full or part time. Applications welcomed from Gaelic speakers.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living activities
• Assist with day-to-day personal care and welfare of residents
• Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team
• Rotational day and night shifts

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for individuals to join our dedicated team. Mains House provides nursing and residential care services for 25 older and adults and we are looking for flexible and committed individuals to join our friendly, dedicated team working with our lovely residents.

The post holder will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team and duties will include supporting individuals with the full range of daily living activities; day to day personal care and welfare of the residents along with key-worker responsibilities.

Experience is preferable but training will be given. Opportunity to work towards SVQ 2 and a career in health and social care.

Successful candidates will be expected to work on rotational day and night shifts. The post can be full or part time.

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. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Additional Information For Candidates

Flexible Working

• Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

Keeping in Touch

• We will contact you by email
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What is it like to work for NHS Highland?

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• Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers

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