Senior Health and Social Care Support Worker
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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.
North Sutherland Health and Social Care Team at Bettyhill is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to be part of a multidisciplinary team working with patients in their own homes to provide holistic care. Your primary responsibility will be to assist people in maintaining their independence at home and supporting them after leaving hospital. The post holder must be flexible, use their own initiative and provide high standards of patient care to support the team and ensure delivery of a high quality service to the local community.
Experience not required, although of benefit. Full training will be provided, and the applicant will have the opportunity to complete an SVQ in Health and Social Care.
A driving licence is essential for this post and applicants should have access to their own vehicle for work purposes.
This is a permanent part‑time post of 17.27 hours, working 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, four‑day on, four‑day off or in line with service requirements.
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Informal enquiries regarding the post to: Ian Blackhall, Care at Home Officer, Tel 01408 664059, email ian.blackhall@nhs.scot or Tracey Campbell, email tracey.campbell5@nhs.scot.
Recruitment team can be contacted by email nhshighland.recruitment@nhs.scot.
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