Housing Support Assistant, Dickson Court, 457.81 Part Time

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22.5 hrs per week, salary pro rata,  + 14 % shift allowance

The closing date for this post is provisionally set at 7 August 2022.  West Lothian Council reserve the right to close this post early depending on applicant response levels

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged

The post holder will assist the Housing Support Worker within the Housing With Care Service in West Lothian to ensure that tenants are provided with the means to maintain independent tenancies by ensuring a warm friendly and safe environment.

The post holder will assist in the support of tenants within their homes by providing individual advice, practical assistance, direct personal and emotional care.

You will work as part of a team who will ensure that all services are delivered flexibly and responsibly.  The primary focus of this post is to contribute to the provision of a seamless service which will promote the independence, welfare and dignity of the tenants.

This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from commencement in this post to register with the SSSC.  If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account

This post is considered Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scotland Act 2007. From 28 February 2011 preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.