Make a Real Difference in Your Community
Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable adults to live fulfilling, independent lives in their own homes and communities?
NHS Highland’s Learning Disability Service is looking for compassionate, motivated Outreach Social Care Support Workers to join our dedicated team in Skye & Lochalsh. This is a rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will work closely with individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, dementia, and older adults – providing person – centred support that promotes dignity, independence and wellbeing. We have 2 full time (36 hour per week) posts available.
About the Role
- Provide high‑quality care and support within individuals’ own tenancies.
- Support people with daily living skills including personal care, meal preparation, medication support, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
- Deliver outreach in the community, enabling social engagement, leisure opportunities, and participation.
- Act as a key worker, contributing to care planning, risk assessments, and case reviews.
- Support individuals to achieve reablement goals and develop independence.
- Work independently as well as part of a wider integrated health and social care team.
- Maintain accurate records, follow care plans, and uphold NHS Highland standards.
- This role involves lone working, shift work (including nights/weekends), and travel within the local area.
What We’re Looking For
You don’t need to have worked in care before – what matters most is your attitude: empathy, patience, reliability and a genuine desire to support people. We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate:
- Good communication skills (verbal, written, and IT).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Willingness to learn and undertake training (including SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care).
- Ability to manage physically and emotionally demanding tasks.
- Awareness of the needs of vulnerable adults.
- Experience in care, support work, or volunteering is desirable but not essential.
Why Join NHS Highland?
- Supportive and friendly team environment.
- Opportunities for ongoing training and career development.
- Commitment to your wellbeing, safety, and professional growth.
- Make a real impact on the lives of people in your community.
For any informal enquiries please contact: Andy Grant, andy.grant3@nhs.scot or Oluwaseun Rotimi, oluwaseun.rotimi@nhs.scot
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.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
- Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
- Please ensure the address on your application form reflects your current place of residence for your present workplace and can be verified through your identification documents.
- Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers. / Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd‑labhairt na Gàidhlig.
- Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.
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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.
Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.
Values
- Care and compassion
- Dignity and respect
- Openness, honesty and responsibility
- Quality and teamwork
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