Social Care Assistant, Kalisgarth Care Centre - ORK09770

Orkney Islands Council; Midbea; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Midbea is seeking a dedicated Social Care Assistant for its Kalisgarth Care Centre. The role involves providing high-quality care to older adults, working flexible shifts. Candidates should hold a minimum SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care and be willing to register with SSSC. The position offers £34,650 - £35,360 per year, including shift allowance and Distant Islands Allowance.

Qualifications

• High motivation to provide quality services to older people.
• Ability to follow Care Standards and Codes of Practice.
• Willingness to undertake a Level 2 Disclosure Check.

Responsibilities

• Undertake tasks as delegated by senior staff.
• Use own initiative where appropriate.

Skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

ORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE

Kalisgarth Care Centre

Social Care Assistant

37 hours per week, Working day and night shifts over seven days

Permanent

£34,650 - 35,360 / £17.96 - £18.33 per hour (including shift allowance and Distant Islands Allowance)

We are seeking to recruit someone who is highly motivated to provide high quality services to older people in our extra care facility.

You will be required to undertake tasks as delegated by senior staff but also need to be able to use your own initiative at times.

The post requires adherence to Care Standards and Codes of Practice as well as a positive attitude towards optimum fulfilment of older people’s lives.

Previous experience in social care is highly desirable though not essential.

You should hold a minimum of SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or other relevant qualification to enable registration with SSSC as a Support Worker in a Care at Home Service for Adults or achieve this within five years of appointment. You must also register with SSSC as a Support Worker within three months of appointment.

This post is subject to a Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with protected adults.

Responsibilities

• Undertake tasks as delegated by senior staff and use own initiative where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Minimum SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or other relevant qualification to enable registration with SSSC as a Support Worker in a Care at Home Service for Adults, or achieve this within five years of appointment.
• Register with SSSC as a Support Worker within three months of appointment.
• Disclosure checks with PVG for working in a regulated role with protected adults.

Additional Information

For an informal discussion about this post please contact Karen Rendall, Registered Manager on 01856 871134.

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 19 October 2025

Note: interview expenses are not payable for this post.