Social Care Assistant (Permanent)( Part time)
- Location:
- Hunterhill Care Home, Blackford Road., Paisley, PA2 7EN
- Salary:
- £21,821 - £22,510 per year
- Contract Type:
- Permanent
- Position Type:
- Part Time
- Hours:
- 30 hours per week
Advert
Social Care Assistant
Working as part of a team you will be responsible for the delivery of care to older
adults consistent with Social Work policies and procedures. This will involve
assisting residents in all aspects of personal and social care in a way which respects
their dignity as individuals and promotes their maximum independence.
You must enjoy working with older people and understand their needs; be an
effective communicator, showing a professional and courteous manner to residents,
relatives, carers, health professionals and other agencies; be able to work on your
own initiative and be flexible and adaptable with the capacity to learn and apply new
skills.
You will be fully supported by senior staff in achieving a high standard of work and
given the opportunity to attend relevant training courses to develop your knowledge
and skills.
Possession of an SVQ Level 2 in Social Care is desirable, while the commitment and
capacity to achieve this is essential. Previous experience of working with older adults
is also desirable.
You must be able to work shifts, including weekends, on a rota basis.
You are required to be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council or
achieve registration within 6 months of taking up employment.
If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the
level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. If you would like further
information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit
www.disclosurescotland.co.uk