Social Care Assistant (Permanent) (Part Time) - REN12704

Renfrewshire Council; Paisley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Renfrewshire Council is seeking a dedicated care worker for older adults, responsible for delivering high-quality personal and social care. The role requires effective communication and adaptability, with an emphasis on respect for each resident's dignity and independence. Candidates must be willing to work shifts and possess or pursue an SVQ Level 2 in Social Care.

Benefits

Opportunity to attend relevant training courses

Support from senior staff

Qualifications

• Understanding the needs of older people is essential.
• Experience in social care preferable.
• Must be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care to older adults according to Social Work policies.
• Assist residents with personal and social care tasks.
• Work shifts, including weekends, on a rota basis.

Skills

Effective communication

Flexibility

Independence

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Social Care

Job description

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Working as part of a team you will be responsible for the delivery of care to older adults consistent with Social Work policies and procedures. This will involve assisting residents in all aspects of personal and social care in a way which respects their dignity as individuals and promotes their maximum independence.

You must enjoy working with older people and understand their needs; be an effective communicator, showing a professional and courteous manner to residents, relatives, carers, health professionals and other agencies; be able to work on your own initiative and be flexible and adaptable with the capacity to learn and apply new skills.

You will be fully supported by senior staff in achieving a high standard of work and given the opportunity to attend relevant training courses to develop your knowledge and skills.

Possession of an SVQ Level 2 in Social Care is desirable, while the commitment and capacity to achieve this is essential. Previous experience of working with older adults is also desirable.

You must be able to work shifts, including weekends, on a rota basis.

Youare required to be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council or achieve registration within 6 months of taking up employment.

If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk