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.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a person ready for a role which is both rewarding and fulfilling to join our Health and Social Care Partnership as a Senior Health Care Support Worker in the Out of Hours period.
You will be providing care within the home and community settings across Perth & Kinross under the guidance of the Out of Hours Nursing team.
Joint partnership working with Perth & Kinross Social Work services and Private and Voluntary Sector services will be an essential part of this role.
Experience of working in a health or social care environment
SCQF at Level 6/7 or equivalent experience is required.
Good interpersonal and communication skills are essential and a willingness to develop
You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.
Informal enquiries to:
Leeanne Doull Community Nurse Team Leader. Leeanne.doull @nhs.scot
Stacy Erskine Community Nurse Team Leader. Stacy.erskine@nhs.scot
Hours of work are: 28.5—2200hrs -0800AM
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
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