SENIOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE SUPPORT WORKER EAST CAITHNESS (BAND 3)

Highland Health and Social Care Services help people from all walks of life, as well as their families or carers. Health and Social Care in Highland provides help and assistance in many situations arising due to illness, disability, old age or poverty.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the East Caithness Health and Social Care Team. We are looking for a motivated & enthusiastic individual who will be part of a multidisciplinary team, working with patients in their own homes to provide holistic care. Your primary responsibility will be to provide support and assistance to service users to maximise and maintain their independence. The post holder needs to be flexible and able to use their own initiative. The post-holder will provide high standards of patient care in support of the team to ensure delivery of a high-quality service to the local community.

Experience not required, although of benefit. Full training will be provided and the applicant will have the opportunity to complete an SVQ in Health & Social Care.

A driving licence is essential for this post. Applicants should have access to their own vehicle for work purposes. A pool vehicle is available for rural areas.

This is a 17.3 hours per week post, set shifts of 5pm - 10pm, 4 days on, 4 days off. Fixed term contract for 6 months covering period of maternity leave to 30th January 2025.

Informal enquiries regarding the post to: Hannah McIntosh, Care At Home Officer, East Caithness, Telephone Number 01955 602413; Email: hannah.mcintosh@nhs.scot.

Apply online via: https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?JobId=191089

Recruitment team can be contacted by e-mail northarea.recruitment@nhs.scot or telephoning 01955 880404.

CLOSING DATE FOR COMPLETED APPLICATIONS: Sunday 21st July 2024

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