Relief Social Care Worker

Orkney Gin Company; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to provide essential social and domestic care to service users. This role involves ensuring the safety and comfort of clients while assisting with personal care, adhering to the highest standards set by the Care Inspectorate. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications in social care and be prepared to register with the SSSC. The position offers flexible hours and a competitive hourly rate, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in social care is essential.
• Must achieve SVQ3 in Social Care within 5-6 years.

Responsibilities

• Carry out tasks delegated by senior staff effectively.
• Ensure safety and comfort of service users.

Skills

Social Care Experience

Confidentiality Principles

Personal Care Assistance

Education

SVQ2 in Social Care

SVQ3 in Social Care

Job description

Hours are offered on an as and when required basis

£15.91 / £16.62 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)

A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate

You will be required to carry out tasks and duties, delegated by senior staff, in an effective and efficient manner ensuring, at all times, the social and domestic care needs of service users. You will observe the principles of confidentiality in all aspects of practice and ensure the safety and comfort of service users, attending to their general care and wellbeing; including assisting with personal care in keeping with the standards of care required by the Care Inspectorate.

Previous experience in social care is essential.

To be appointed grade E:

You should hold an SVQ2 or equivalent level qualification in Social Care AND achieve an SVQ3 in Social Care, or other relevant qualification to enable registration with the SSSC, as a Practitioner in a Care Home Service for Adults, within 5 years of appointment.

To be appointed grade F:

You should hold an SVQ3 in Social Care or other relevant qualification to enable registration with the SSSC as a Practitioner in a Care Home Service for Adults. You are required to register with the SSSC, as a Practitioner in a Care Home Service for Adults, within 6 months of appointment.

You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Orkney to met the operational requirements of the Service.

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

For an informal discussion about this post please contact Kirstie Moar, Intern Registered Manager, on 01856 872106.

The recruitment for this post is on-going

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.