Job Description
NLC7 £32,208 - £35,036 (based on a 37hr post, pro rata for part time hours)
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a rewarding career as part of our Home Support Service providing a person-centred care approach to individuals living in North Lanarkshire. As a member of the team, you will use a reablement approach, working closely alongside individuals and their families, to focus on promoting and maximising independence, self-management, and natural resources. You will enable individuals to gain or regain their confidence, ability, and necessary skills whilst living in their home environment, encompassing natural supports.
A SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent is desirable. Successful applicants who don't currently hold this qualification will be supported to achieve it. You should also be motivated and enthusiastic with a pleasant, friendly manner and respectful of the privacy and dignity of individuals. As a good communicator, you must also be able to observe and respond to changes in the health and wellbeing of people in your care, updating and recording individual care plans as appropriate.
Experience of working within a care setting, undertaking moving and assisting, is desirable, together with some IT skills. A current driving licence is essential for Home Support Workers. In return, we will offer opportunities for you to develop your experience further and assist with your ongoing personal development.
You will be required to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member prior to commencing in this role.
You will also be registered or eligible for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
Work Pattern - Various Hours & Patterns available
Requirements
Working here at North Lanarkshire Council
If you're considering a career with us, you'll be keen to know what's in it for you. We have a great package of benefits available, from health and wellbeing to finances and family. This includes 26 days annual leave and 6 public holidays*, and a wide range of offers available to you through our NLLife reward site. We also have a full package of learning and development through our learning academy LearnNL to help you reach your full potential and further your career.
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*For all casual/sessional roles, you will receive 12.1% of your hourly rate for every hour worked in total recompense for annual leave, including public holidays. These rates will be indicated separately on your payslip. You will only be paid for the hours that you work.
Responsibilities
Are you involved in any of NLC employability programmes, for example: Supported Employment Initiative, Family Firm, Project Ability, Routes to Work, Pathway Programme - Winter Leaver, or other?
North Lanarkshire Council is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans, and their families, as set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Service leavers, spouses, reservists, and veterans are guaranteed an interview if they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description. Are you a veteran, reservist, or spouse of a veteran who has been previously in the Armed Forces?
The Council welcomes applications from individuals self-assessing as having a disability and guarantees an interview to those who meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.
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