Social Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Lochboisdale; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000

Job description

Job Title: Social Care Assistant

Location: Taigh A'chridhe Uile Naomh (4881)

Hours: 30 hours per week, Permanent post

Salary: £22,088 to £22,964 per annum, inclusive of £2,223 per annum Distant Islands Allowance

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, maximizing their inclusion, independence, and planned outcomes. This can be within a variety of settings and may 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, communicate clearly, and work as part of a team. You should also have an SVQ Level II in Care (or equivalent); in the absence of this, you must have the ability to undertake and achieve this qualification within 36 months after registration with the SSSC.

This role requires the wearing and use of PPE.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with adults.

Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of grade with annual incremental progression.

Please see attached 'Job Description & Person Specification' for further information.