Job Description
Working for the Council's Home Care Service, you will provide direct personal care to older people in their own homes.
It is desirable to have experience of care work, and preference will be given to candidates possessing an SVQ2 qualification in Social Care. The ability to respond to situations in a calm and flexible way is essential. Proven experience caring for people with complex needs and working without direct supervision in situations requiring self-reliance is desirable. Access to a vehicle for work purposes is also preferred.
Application Process
Applications made online will not be considered.
Requirements
* For more information or to apply, please contact:
* Position Title: Locum Care Support Workers
* Position Number: Various
* Directorate: Health & Social Care
* Location: Various Locations in Midlothian
* Contract Status: Casual
* Hours of Work: Variable hours negotiable with service
Previous experience is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided. Full training will be provided.
Please note that it is Midlothian Council's policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale.
Responsibilities
This post is considered Regulated Work with Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with protected adults.
Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Adults. You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to employment, with the cost met by you. For more information, visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk.
The Individual
Midlothian Council is undergoing a period of transformation to improve service delivery. As part of this, existing employees may be offered suitable alternative employment within the Council. Internal candidates may be interviewed before the wider pool, which could result in a longer application process. Thank you for your patience.
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