Support Worker – Complex Needs – Dedicated Package

Job Description

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Benefits of working for HHC

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• £13.50 standard hourly rate

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• Access to Early Pay (a system that allows you to draw down your salary in advance of the monthly pay date)

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• Paid training delivered at our Adult Social Care Academy

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• Free SVQ opportunities within our own SQA Centre

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• 6.2 Weeks Holidays (Pro-rata for part time)

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• As an employee-owned company any annual profits and shares in the company are shared equally regardless of role (subject to qualifying period)

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• Free Uniforms and PPE (where required)

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• Contributory Pension Scheme (Company pays 4%)

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• Access to company pool cars to perform duties in emergencies

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• Company sick pay

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• Refer a friend scheme (£500 per referral, terms and conditions apply)

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• Access to an Employee Assistance Scheme for you and your family run by Health Hero

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• The ability to join the Blue Light Card Scheme that brings you huge savings on the brands you love.

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Care For a Career with Highland Home Carers

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Highland Home Carers is the leading home care provider in the Highlands and is at the forefront of the care profession in Scotland.

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From long term complex care through to support with everyday living, HHC can provide a high-quality care service, tailored to individual requirements. Our service allows people to remain independent in the comfort of their own home, without compromising the quality of their care.

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Make a difference, one adventure at a time!

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We are looking for a kind, caring, patient and enthusiastic Support Practitioner to support a young gentleman with a learning disability who is non-verbal, to enjoy getting out and about in his local community.

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This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys being active, getting outdoors and supporting others to live a happy, fulfilling and meaningful life.

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About the Role

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The successful applicant will support him to access his local community, enjoy his favourite activities and experience new adventures in a safe, positive and supportive way.

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Activities include

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• Going for walks and exploring local area

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• Train/Bus trips

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• Swimming

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• Visiting cafes and trips out in the community

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• Supporting him to attend a local day centre

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The Ideal Candidate

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• Caring, compassionate and reliable.

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• A keen walker who enjoys being active and outdoors.

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• Patient, understanding and attentive to individual needs.

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• Confident supporting someone with a learning disability.

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• Enthusiastic about community activities, swimming and public transport.

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• Committed to promoting dignity, independence, choice and wellbeing.

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Previous experience in health and social care would be beneficial; however, full training will be provided.

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Hours of Support

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• Tuesday 1200 – 1600

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• Wednesday 1030-1430

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• Thursday 1030-1530

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• Friday 1200-1600

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Total: 17 hours per week, there may be some flexibility within these. Additional hours available to cover annual leave/sickness and periods of live-in respite.

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Could This Be the Role for You?

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To express your interest or find out more, please get in touch.

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Overseas Applicants Please note

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• As this role is Part Time, it is not suitable for applicants requiring sponsorship

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