Social Care Assistant - ORK08308

Orkney Islands Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health and community care is seeking dedicated Social Care Assistants to join their team across various locations. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential support to older individuals and those with disabilities, ensuring they can live independently and with dignity. As part of a compassionate team, you'll be instrumental in delivering person-centred care in accordance with established standards and practices. With competitive salaries and additional benefits like a Golden Hello Payment, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their community.

Benefits

Golden Hello Payment

Interview and Relocation Expenses Covered

Qualifications

• Hold or achieve SVQ 2 in Health and Social Care within 5 years.
• Ability to treat people with dignity and respect.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care to older people and individuals with disabilities.
• Support individuals to live independently in line with care standards.

Skills

Dignity and Respect

Communication Skills

Health and Safety Understanding

Education

SVQ 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Job Description

ORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE

Health and Community Care

Social Care Assistant, Various Locations

Contracts: Various, from 14 hours to 37 hours per week

Type: Permanent

Salary: £33,431 - £34,118 pro-rata / £17.33 - £17.69 per hour (including 15% shift allowance and Distant Islands Allowance)

£32,102 - £32,759 pro-rata / £16.64 - £16.98 per hour (including 10% shift allowance and Distant Islands Allowance)

£29,443 - £30,041 pro-rata / £15.26 - £15.57 per hour (No shift allowance but including Distant Islands Allowance)

For more information on jobs with shift allowance, please read the attached job profiles.

Equal Opportunities: Some posts are designated for a female or male, in accordance with Part 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

Additional Benefits: This post may be eligible for a Golden Hello Payment of £2,000. Please see attached Terms and Conditions and Job Packs for details.

Role Responsibilities: Provide person-centred care and support to older people and/or individuals with learning or physical disabilities, enabling them to live as independently as possible, in line with the Health and Social Care Standards, Scottish Social Services Codes of Practice, and relevant policies on the protection of vulnerable adults.

Qualifications: Hold or achieve within 5 years an SVQ 2 (SCQF Level 6) in Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification accepted by SSSC for registration.

Skills and Abilities: Ability to treat people with dignity, respect, and compassion; support decision-making; good written and verbal communication skills; basic understanding of health and safety, including risk assessment.

Further details are available in the attached Job Profile.

Application Process: Recruitment is ongoing until 22 June 2025. Applications are reviewed biweekly, with rolling interviews. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly. Please specify your preferred contracted hours and work locations in the application form.

Contact: For informal discussions or more information, contact Caroline Penman, Team Manager, Social Care, at 07536 978273 or email [e-mail].

Additional Notes: Interview and relocation expenses are covered per Council policy. Sponsorship is not available for this position.