Social Care Worker

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Illinois; On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking dedicated individuals to join the Wade centre care team. You will support residents with daily living activities, personal care and welfare, and may lead the shift when the manager is absent.

Experience is welcomed but training will be provided. The role requires good teamwork and communication; SVQ 3 is desirable. Rotational days and night shifts may be required. Informal enquiries to Catherine Gillies.

Qualifications

• Good teamwork and clear communication are essential.
• Training will be provided where needed.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to daily duties.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living activities and personal care.
• Maintain residents' welfare and assist with daily routines.
• Lead the shift in the absence of the manager.
• Administer prescribed medications and support junior staff.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

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.

The Wade centre provides residential care services for 11 older 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 days and support with night shifts when required.

The post is full time.

Informal Enquiries to: Catherine Gillies

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