Health and Social Care Worker

As a Support Worker, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of safe, effective, and person-centred care. You will:

• Provide high-quality care and provide personal-centred support to individuals in their own homes
• Assist with personal care, medication support, continence care, nutrition & fluid, skincare, mobility support.
• Support service users to maintain independence, dignity, and wellbeing
• Work closely with nurses, social workers, and allied health professionals
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date care records and documentation
• Follow all NHS Highland policies and safeguarding proceduresPassionate about delivering high standards of care
• A strong team player with the ability to support and guide others
• Well organised, with good communication and problem-solving skills

Essential Criteria

• Willingness to work towards SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care
• Understanding of person-centred care and safeguarding
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (travel expenses available)Competitive NHS pay and enhancements for unsociable hours
• Pay increases with length of service
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Paid training and continuous professional development (no previous experience required as full training and induction will be provided)
• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• Opportunities for career progression within NHS Highland
• Additional hours available through the integrated staff bank.
• Blue Light Care Scheme
• Great work life balance with 4 days on; 4 days off
• Set shifts of 8:30am – 2:30pm , 4 days on, 4 days off., Flexible Working
• Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

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