Locum Care Support Worker inDalkeith inDalkeith PUBLISHED
FRI 10 JAN 2025
Elovate Systems Inc. rJOhcOmJ
Opportunity to help and support vulnerable adults, making a significant impact on their lives.
Flexibility in working hours, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Role provides valuable experience in the social care field, which can enhance career prospects.
Possibility of ongoing professional development through training specified in the staff development plan.
Working in a collaborative environment alongside healthcare professionals and other support staff.
The position fosters independence and decision-making skills by requiring the ability to work without direct supervision.
The role of a Locum Care Support Worker at Elovate Systems Inc. in Dalkeith involves providing essential support to clients by delivering personalized care plans. Candidates should possess at least an SVQ level II in Social Care or a related field, along with practical experience in a supportive capacity. The position requires the ability to work independently, handle unforeseen circumstances calmly, and have a mature and self-reliant approach. Additionally, applicants must be registered with the SSSC or be willing to register within six months and obtain a satisfactory PVG for working with Vulnerable Adults.
This position is classified as Regulated Work with Protected Adults, thus a valid PVG membership is essential for employment. Successful candidates will undergo specified training relevant to medication administration. The role is locum with variable working hours based at either Newbyres Village Care Home, Highbank Residential Home, or Cowan Court. Interested applicants are encouraged to reach out for further information or to apply directly via email or phone.
This position is classified as Regulated Work with Protected Adults, thus a valid PVG membership is essential for employment. Successful candidates will undergo specified training relevant to medication administration. The role is locum with variable working hours based at either Newbyres Village Care Home, Highbank Residential Home, or Cowan Court. Interested applicants are encouraged to reach out for further information or to apply directly via email or phone.
Job Description
The Jobholder should be educated to at least SVQ level II in Social Care or a related subject and have practical experience working in a supportive role with clients delivering personal plans. They need to be able to work without direct supervision and have a mature and self-reliant approach with the ability to respond to unplanned situations in a calm and flexible manner.
The Jobholder is required to be registered with the SSSC (or be willing to register within 6 months from starting) and have a satisfactory PVG for working with Vulnerable Adults (or be willing to acquire one before taking up the post).
The jobholder will undertake training specified within the Unit's training & staff development plan in relation to administration of medication.
For more information or if you are interested in applying please email: or call
If you are interested in work at Highbank, please email
If you are interested in work at Cowan Court, please email
Requirements
Position Title: Locum Care Support Worker (Care Homes)
Directorate: Health and Social Care
Working from Home: No
Location: Newbyres Village Care Home, Highbank Residential Home or Cowan Court
Contract Status: Locum
Hours of Work: Variable hours negotiable with service
Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale.
Responsibilities
This post is considered Regulated Work with Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with protected adults.
Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Protected Adults, You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliAbS1 Individual
If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email stating the post reference number.
Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter.
The Jobholder should be educated to at least SVQ level II in Social Care or a related subject and have practical experience working in a supportive role with clients delivering personal plans. They need to be able to work without direct supervision and have a mature and self-reliant approach with the ability to respond to unplanned situations in a calm and flexible manner.
The Jobholder is required to be registered with the SSSC (or be willing to register within 6 months from starting) and have a satisfactory PVG for working with Vulnerable Adults (or be willing to acquire one before taking up the post).
The jobholder will undertake training specified within the Unit's training & staff development plan in relation to administration of medication.
For more information or if you are interested in applying please email: or call
If you are interested in work at Highbank, please email
If you are interested in work at Cowan Court, please email
Requirements
Position Title: Locum Care Support Worker (Care Homes)
Directorate: Health and Social Care
Working from Home: No
Location: Newbyres Village Care Home, Highbank Residential Home or Cowan Court
Contract Status: Locum
Hours of Work: Variable hours negotiable with service
Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale.
Responsibilities
This post is considered Regulated Work with Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with protected adults.
Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Protected Adults, You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliAbS1 Individual
If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email stating the post reference number.
Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter.
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