Overview
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.
About the Role
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. This post is responsible for providing personal care and support to service users and to support care staff to meet the needs of older people in a residential care setting as required by legislation.
Key Skills and Attributes
* Ability to work as part of a team or on your own initiative
* Follow instructions and possess good communication skills
* Respond constructively to unpredictable situations and cope under pressure
Qualifications & Requirements
* Good basic education and evidence of good written communication and report‑writing skills
* Experience in working with people in a care setting
* Ability to undertake SVQ 2 and any relevant training
Additional Information for Candidates
* You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
* Do not upload a CV as this will not be used for short‑listing purposes.
* Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.
* For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/.
* To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/.
* Please note that our correspondence method is by e‑mail, therefore please ensure you enter your e‑mail address accurately.
* Please check your e‑mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates.
* Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub – https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home for advice and support with any system issues.
* We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain.
* Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.
* Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Highland.
Contact
Informal enquiries to: Tina Mitchell, Manager, Tel: 01408 633730, email: tina.mitchell2@nhs.scot or Marina Brennan, Deputy Manager, Tel 01408 633730, e‑mail: marina.brennan@nhs.scot.
Resourcing Team
Can be contacted by e‑mail: nhshighland.recruitment@nhs.scot.
Core Values
* Care and compassion
* Dignity and respect
* Openness, honesty and responsibility
* Quality and teamwork
These are Bank posts working on an as and when basis allowing you to work flexibly.
Note: 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).
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