Relief Care & Support Worker — Flexible Hours

Scottish Borders Council; Kelso (WA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; 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 Relief Support Worker to provide person-centred practical and emotional support in Kelso. The role involves assisting with personal care, meals, mobility and, where trained, safe medication administration.

The position is Relief/Casual with PVG checks arranged by SBC, comprehensive training provided, and eligibility via SSSC registration. SBC offers paid PVG, pension access and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• SVQ2 or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
• All training is provided.
• PVG Adults & Children - we will do this for you! SSSC registered.

Responsibilities

• Provide 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 (young and older adults) 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 Relief Support Worker to provide person-centred practical and emotional support in Kelso. The role involves assisting with personal care, meals, mobility and, where trained, safe medication administration.

The position is Relief/Casual with PVG checks arranged by SBC, comprehensive training provided, and eligibility via SSSC registration. SBC offers paid PVG, pension access and staff discounts.