Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable adults in a supportive environment.
Part of a dedicated multi-disciplinary team, fostering collaboration and professional development.
Flexible part-time hours (18.60 hours) with rolling three-week rota, allowing for work-life balance.
All required training is provided by NHS Highland, supporting continuous learning and skill enhancement.
Enhanced pay for weekends and out-of-hours work, providing additional earning potential.
Commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace, ensuring a respectful and inclusive environment.
Alignment with NHS Scotland's values of care, compassion, dignity, respect, openness, honesty, and teamwork.
NHS Scotland is seeking a Social Care Worker for a part-time position at Bayview House Care Home in Thurso, aiming to support vulnerable adults in a residential setting. The role involves leading a team, ensuring residents' comfort, and contributing to their care, all while working within a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates should have experience in social care, ideally holding an SVQ Level 3 in Social Care or a commitment to achieve it within five years. Strong communication skills, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and the capacity to respond effectively in unpredictable situations are essential.
This permanent position requires 18.60 hours of work on a rolling three-week rota, with additional pay for weekend and out-of-hours shifts. NHS Highland provides all necessary training and is committed to fostering a diverse workforce. The role does not qualify for a Skilled Worker visa, and candidates must apply through the specified Jobtrain process without submitting a CV. Further details on the application process and support can also be found through NHS resources.
This permanent position requires 18.60 hours of work on a rolling three-week rota, with additional pay for weekend and out-of-hours shifts. NHS Highland provides all necessary training and is committed to fostering a diverse workforce. The role does not qualify for a Skilled Worker visa, and candidates must apply through the specified Jobtrain process without submitting a CV. Further details on the application process and support can also be found through NHS resources.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable adults in a supportive environment.
Part of a dedicated multi-disciplinary team, fostering collaboration and professional development.
Flexible part-time hours (18.60 hours) with rolling three-week rota, allowing for work-life balance.
All required training is provided by NHS Highland, supporting continuous learning and skill enhancement.
Enhanced pay for weekends and out-of-hours work, providing additional earning potential.
Commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace, ensuring a respectful and inclusive environment.
Alignment with NHS Scotland's values of care, compassion, dignity, respect, openness, honesty, and teamwork.
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.
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 to join our team at Bayview House Care Home in Thurso as a Social Care Worker. At Bayview, we put the residents at the heart of everything we do and each colleague within the care home plays a key role in how we support our residents.
The post is responsible for leading a team to support vulnerable adults in a residential setting and to contribute to the movement and treatment of clients to maximise their physical comfort.
You must have the ability to work as part of a team or on your own initiative, follow instructions and possess good communication skills. You must also be able to respond constructively to unpredictable situations and able to cope under pressure.
The Social Care Worker (SCW) works as part of the multi-disciplinary team Previous experience in a social care setting is essential and ideally you should hold an SVQ 3 in Social Care, or as a minimum hold SVQ 2 with a willingness to achieve an SVQ3 in Social Care within 5 years of appointment to enable registration with the SSSC as a Practitioner in a Care Home Service of Adults.
This is a permanent part time post of 18.60 hours worked on rolling three-week rota. Enhancements are paid for weekend and out of hours work.
All training is provided by NHS Highland.
Informal enquiries to: Donalda Cook / Anita Davidson (Depute Managers), Bayview House Email: / , Tel No: .
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heath and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Additional Information For Candidates
As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.
Care and compassion
Dignity and respect
Openness, honesty and responsibility
Quality and teamwork
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
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 to join our team at Bayview House Care Home in Thurso as a Social Care Worker. At Bayview, we put the residents at the heart of everything we do and each colleague within the care home plays a key role in how we support our residents.
The post is responsible for leading a team to support vulnerable adults in a residential setting and to contribute to the movement and treatment of clients to maximise their physical comfort.
You must have the ability to work as part of a team or on your own initiative, follow instructions and possess good communication skills. You must also be able to respond constructively to unpredictable situations and able to cope under pressure.
The Social Care Worker (SCW) works as part of the multi-disciplinary team Previous experience in a social care setting is essential and ideally you should hold an SVQ 3 in Social Care, or as a minimum hold SVQ 2 with a willingness to achieve an SVQ3 in Social Care within 5 years of appointment to enable registration with the SSSC as a Practitioner in a Care Home Service of Adults.
This is a permanent part time post of 18.60 hours worked on rolling three-week rota. Enhancements are paid for weekend and out of hours work.
All training is provided by NHS Highland.
Informal enquiries to: Donalda Cook / Anita Davidson (Depute Managers), Bayview House Email: / , Tel No: .
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heath and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Additional Information For Candidates
- You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
- DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes
- Posts close at midnight on the indicated date
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- Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Highland
As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.
Care and compassion
Dignity and respect
Openness, honesty and responsibility
Quality and teamwork
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
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To work as a Social Care Worker in the UK, a variety of skills and attributes are essential for providing effective support to individuals in need. Here are some key skills required:
1. Communication Skills: The ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and being sensitive to the feelings and experiences of others is crucial in providing emotional support.
3. Interpersonal Skills: Building trust and rapport with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders is important for effective collaboration in care.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: Having the ability to think critically and creatively to find solutions to complex issues faced by individuals in care.
5. Organizational Skills: Managing time effectively, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining accurate records is essential in a fast-paced environment.
6. Cultural Competence: Being aware of and respectful towards diverse cultures and backgrounds to provide inclusive care.
7. Patience and Resilience: The capacity to remain calm and composed under pressure, as well as to handle challenging situations and emotions.
8. Teamwork: Working collaboratively with other professionals within a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care.
9. Knowledge of Social Care Policies: Understanding current legislation, guidelines, and best practices related to social care and safeguarding.
10. Adaptability: Being flexible and open to change, ready to adjust to the varying needs of clients and the demands of the job.
11. IT Skills: Basic proficiency in using computers and software for documentation and communication within the workplace.
12. Assessment Skills: Ability to assess the needs of clients and develop tailored care plans.
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