Social Care Assistant, Bremner Court, Goathill Campus, Stornoway (11327) - CNS05762

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Scotland is seeking a dedicated Social Care Assistant to work at Bremner Court, Goathill Campus, Stornoway. The role involves supporting adults with support needs, promoting their independence and inclusion in community settings. Candidates should have SVQ Level II in Care or equivalent, with strong communication and teamwork skills. This permanent position offers 37 hours per week and a salary ranging from £29,675 to £30,813, inclusive of a Distant Islands Allowance.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the rights and responsibilities of people with support needs.
• Ability to undertake and achieve required qualifications within 36 months.

Responsibilities

• Promote and support adults with support needs.
• Work within various settings to maximize inclusion and independence.
• Manage overnight support needs of individuals as necessary.

Skills

Ability to listen effectively

Clear communication

Teamwork

Education

SVQ Level II in Care (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Social Care Assistant, Bremner Court, Goathill Campus, Stornoway (11327)

37 hours per week, Permanent

£29,675 to £30,813 per annum, inclusive of £2,859 per annum Distant Islands Allowance

You will work enthusiastically as a member of a team that promotes and supports Adults with Support Needs to actively take part within local resources and facilities, to maximise their inclusion, independence and planned outcomes. This can be within a variety of settings and include the overnight support needs of a person where necessary.

You should have an understanding of the rights and responsibilities of people with support needs, the ability to listen effectively and communicate clearly and the ability to work as part of a team. You should also have SVQ Level II in Care (or equivalent), in the absence of this - you must have the ability to undertake and achieve this qualification - 36 months after registration with the SSSC.

This role requires the wearing and use of PPE.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with adults.

Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of grade with annual incremental progression.

It is vital you read the job description and person specification, in your experience statement please detail how you meet each of the essential criteria we ask for in the person specification.

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

Closing Date: Monday 6 October 2025