Support Worker - Empower Independence & Dignity

Scottish Borders Council; Eyemouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Wage Employer

Blue Light Card discounts

Local Government Pension Scheme

Paid training

PVG paid and SSSC registration

Job summary

Scottish Borders Council is seeking a permanent Support Worker at Saltgreens Residential Home, Eyemouth. The role involves providing person-centred practical and emotional support, promoting health and well-being, and assisting with personal care and mobility as needed.

Medication administration is part of the responsibilities and PVG/SSSC requirements are noted. The position offers a 27.75-hour week with a rotating rota and a salary in the pounds region.

Qualifications

• SVQ2 or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
• PVG Adults will be arranged if needed.
• SSSC registered.

Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred practical and emotional support to empower the people we care for, as outlined in individual support plans.
• Promote the health and well-being of the people we support and ensure their needs are met in an inclusive way.
• Support, enable and involve service users in all aspects of their lives, including personal care, eating, drinking, and mobility if necessary.
• Be responsible for the safe administration of Service Users' medication, following relevant training.

Education

SVQ2 or equivalent

Job description

Scottish Borders Council is seeking a permanent Support Worker at Saltgreens Residential Home, Eyemouth. The role involves providing person-centred practical and emotional support, promoting health and well-being, and assisting with personal care and mobility as needed.

Medication administration is part of the responsibilities and PVG/SSSC requirements are noted. The position offers a 27.75-hour week with a rotating rota and a salary in the pounds region.