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.
Highland Health and Social Care Services help people from all walks of life, as well as their families or carers. Health and Social Care in Highland provides help and assistance in many situations arising due to illness, disability, old age or poverty.
We are looking for a support worker to work in a team which delivers support to adults with learning disabilities, communication difficulties, personal care, and complex needs.
Candidates should be able to work as part of a team or under their own initiative. Candidates require excellent communication skills and confidence in their abilities. Candidates must be willing and able to undertake training to SVQ Level 3, alongside all other training required for service delivery.
The Isobel Rhind Centre is open Monday – Friday, 8.45 am – 4.15 pm, although successful candidates may be required to work flexible shift patterns, including minimal evening and weekend work outside these core hours. While primarily based at the Isobel Rhind Centre, you may also be required to lone work in community settings or as part of a small team.
Successful applicants will be required to register with the PVG Scheme.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
* You should apply for this post via the application process on Jobtrain.
* DO NOT upload a CV as it will not be used for shortlisting.
* Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.
* For help with the application process, visit: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
* View our accessibility statement at: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/
* Ensure your email address is entered accurately, as all correspondence will be via email. Check regularly, including junk folders, for updates.
* For support with system issues, contact the Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub: https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
* Once submitted, applications cannot be amended.
* Internal candidates should update their Jobtrain profile to reflect NHS Highland employment.
NHS Highland covers an area of 12,500 square miles across Highland and Argyll & Bute, making it the largest of the 14 NHS Scotland regional boards.
We strive to foster a positive environment supported by our NHS and Social Care values: Care and compassion, Dignity and respect, Openness, honesty and responsibility, Quality and teamwork.
NHS Scotland is reducing the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours starting 1 April 2024, with no change in pay. This change will be applied pro-rata for part-time staff. Some service areas may require working up to an additional 30 minutes weekly temporarily, until rosters or patterns are adjusted. For questions, please contact the Recruiting Board.
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