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.
Are you interested in being part of the East Caithness Health and Social Care Integrated Team based at Pulteney House, Wick? If so this is the post for you.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the East Caithness Health and Social Care Team. We are looking for motivated & enthusiastic individuals who will be part of a multidisciplinary team, working with patients in their own homes to provide holistic care. Your primary responsibility will be to provide support and assistance to service users to maximise and maintain their independence. The post holders need to be flexible and able to use their own initiative. The post-holders will provide high standards of patient care in support of the team to ensure delivery of a high quality service to the local community.
Experience not required, although of benefit. Full training will be provided and the applicant will have the opportunity to complete an SVQ in Health & Social Care.
A driving licence is essential for this post and applicants should have access to their own vehicle for work purposes. A pool vehicle is available for rural areas.
These are bank posts and set shifts available are 7.00 – 11.00, 07.00 – 14.00, 09.00 – 13:00, 11.00 – 14.00, 16.00 – 21.00, 17.00 – 22.00 or as per service requirements
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heath and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Informal enquiries to: Emma Edwards, Care at Home Officer Tel: 01955 602413, Email: emma.edwards4@nhs.scot .
Recruitment team can be contacted by e-mail nhsh.resourcing@nhs.scot
Additional information for candidates
- Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.
Keeping in Touch
- We will contact you by email
- Please check your email (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account regularly
Support and Accessibility
- Help with applying: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
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What is it like to work for NHS Highland?
- Visit https://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/careers/ to find out more about living and working in our area
- Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers
Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd – labhairt na Gàidhlig
Care and compassion
Dignity and respect
Openness, honesty and responsibility
Quality and teamwork
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