Social Care Worker

NHS Highland; Newtonmore; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

NHS Highland is seeking flexible and committed individuals to join our nursing and residential care team at Mains House, Newtonmore. The role involves supporting residents with daily living activities, personal care, and welfare, including medication administration.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and may lead the shift in the manager's absence. Experience is preferable but training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience preferable but training will be provided.
• Rotational day and night shifts.
• Post can be full or part time.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living activities and personal care.
• Ensure welfare of residents and provide compassionate care.
• Lead shift in the absence of the manager and supervise junior staff.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Empathy

Patient care

Education

SVQ 3 desirable

Job description

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.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for individuals to join our dedicated team.

Mains House provides nursing and residential care services for 25 older and adults and we are looking for flexible and committed individuals to join our friendly, dedicated team working with our lovely residents.

The post holder will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team and duties will include supporting individuals with the full range of daily living activities; day to day personal care and welfare of the residents along with key-worker responsibilities. The post holder will be responsible for leading the shift in the absence of the manager. Other duties include administering prescribed medication, supervision, and mentorship of junior staff. Experience is preferable but training will be given.

The individual must be able to demonstrate awareness of the complex physical, mental, and emotional needs of older adults and be able to respond in an enabling way. In addition, you must be able to demonstrate good team working, and communication skills. SVQ 3 desirable but training can be provided.

Successful candidates will be expected to work on rotational day and night shifts. The post can be full or part time.

Informal enquiries can be made to: Shirley Christie on 01540 67388; or by email: [e-mail]

Additional Information For Candidates

Flexible Working

• Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

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