Relief Care Worker - Elderly Care Home (Flexible)

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

Job summary

Orkney Gin Company is looking for a motivated social care practitioner to provide high-quality services in a care home for older individuals. Responsibilities include ensuring adherence to care standards and working closely with senior staff. The role requires an SVQ2 qualification, with the expectation to achieve SVQ3 within three years. Candidates must also register with the SSSC within six months and be able to travel between locations in Orkney. Pay rate ranges from £16.49 to £17.23 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in social care is essential.
• Registered with the SSSC as a Practitioner within 6 months of appointment.
• Able to travel effectively between various work locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality services to older people in care.
• Undertake tasks as delegated by senior staff.
• Adhere to Care Standards and Codes of Practice.

Skills

Motivation to provide quality services

Ability to use initiative

Education

SVQ2 in Social Care or equivalent

SVQ3 in Social Care or equivalent (to be obtained within 3 years)

Job description

Orkney Gin Company is looking for a motivated social care practitioner to provide high-quality services in a care home for older individuals. Responsibilities include ensuring adherence to care standards and working closely with senior staff. The role requires an SVQ2 qualification, with the expectation to achieve SVQ3 within three years. Candidates must also register with the SSSC within six months and be able to travel between locations in Orkney. Pay rate ranges from £16.49 to £17.23 per hour based on experience.