Housing Support Worker, Cunnigar House, 477.77 – WEL07987 Part Time

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Fixed Term until 31st March 2025

Salary £28,587 – £30,351 pro rata

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 backgrounds

West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Housing with Care to recruit to our Housing Support Worker role.

The post holders will work as part of a team of staff to deliver care and support for tenants in line with their care plan with reference to the Health and Care Standards.

The post holders will assist in the management of the Housing with Care and community developments 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 holders will directly support tenants in their homes by providing individual advice, practical assistance, direct personal and emotional care. 

Qualification required- SVQ2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent

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 Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.  Successful candidates will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment.

Available posts as follows:

Current vacancy:  Cunnigar House, Mid Calder, 30hrs

Please note:  Posts can become available within other developments and there is potential to be offered a post in other locations if vacancy arises.