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Comhairle nan Eilean Siar; Georgia; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar is seeking a Relief Social Care Assistant for Harris House (3064). The role involves promoting inclusion for adults with support needs, with overnight support as needed, in various settings.

PPE must be worn and PVG membership is a legal requirement for regulated work with vulnerable adults. Applicants should have SVQ Level II in Care (or be able to achieve within 36 months after SSSC registration) and demonstrate strong listening, teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level II in Care or equivalent is required or achievable within 36 months after registration with the SSSC.
• Ability to listen effectively and communicate clearly and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Promote and support Adults with Support Needs to participate in local resources and facilities to maximise inclusion and independence.
• Support needs may include overnight care as necessary.
• Wear PPE as required and comply with safeguarding requirements.

Skills

Active listening

Teamwork

Clear communication

Education

SVQ Level II in Care (or equivalent)

Job description

Relief Social Care Assistant, Harris House (3064) - CNS06493

Relief Social Care Assistant, Harris House (3064)

£15.94 per hour (inclusive of £1.55 Distant Islands Allowance per hour)

You will work enthusiastically as a member of a team that promotes and supports Adults with Support Needs to actively take part within local resources and facilities, to maximise their inclusion, independence and planned outcomes. This can be within a variety of settings and include the overnight support needs of a person where necessary.

You should have an understanding of the rights and responsibilities of people with support needs, the ability to listen effectively and communicate clearly and the ability to work as part of a team. You should also have SVQ Level II in Care (or equivalent), in the absence of this - you must have the ability to undertake and achieve this qualification - 36 months after registration with the SSSC.

The wearing and use of PPE is essential in this role.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme as a legal requirement of a regulated role with Adults ( Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme - mygov.scot )

It is vital you read the job description and person specification, in your Experience statement please detail how you meet each of the essential criteria we ask for in the person specification.

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

Closing Date: Monday 14 September 2026

Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance .

Please note that sponsorship is not available, or being offered, in connection to this post.