Social Care Modern Apprentice

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.

Social Services and Healthcare Modern Apprentice

Band 2 (Annex 21)

One year fixed term contract

Do you want to make a difference to peoples' lives? Have you considered a career in social care? Then this Apprentice opportunity could be for you.

This unique Apprenticeship is now being offered with no age restrictions for applicants. This gives you the opportunity to work in one of our Care homes where you will earn a competitive salary, while securing a qualification in partnership with The UHI.

NHS Highland is an accredited Living Wage employer.

The current rate is £12.60 and applies to all employees aged 18 and over.

This apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience and get paid. It is tailored to you as an individual with learning and assessments based on your needs and aspirations. On successful completion, you will be awarded an SVQ2 – Social Services and Healthcare SCQF 6.

Our Apprenticeships include a minimum of 3 hours per week dedicated study time, during which you will attend the qualification-specific taught sessions provided by the UHI and undertake private study.

To become an NHS Highland apprentice, you must:

• Live in the Highlands

Upon completion of your apprenticeship, you will be offered a bank contract; however, you may be offered a permanent job in a Social Care role in NHS Highland.

If you would like to know more about any of these roles or register your interest, please contact Carol Summers, Adult Social Care - Career and Attractions Lead - North Highland (Tel: 07483 124989) or Email: nhsh.asc.careers@nhs.scot