Social Care Worker, St Rognvalds House (4 Posts) – ORK09118 Full Time

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ORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE

St Rognvald’s House

Social Care Worker (4 Posts)

1 x 37 hours per week, shift working over 7 days

2 x 29.5 hours per week, shift working over 7 days

1 x 22.5 hours per week, shift working over 7 days

Permanent

£33,481 – £34,181 / £34,988 – £37,449 pro rata

£17.35 – £17.72 / £18.14 – £19.41 per hour

The above amounts include shift allowance and Distant Islands Allowance

You will be required to carry out tasks and duties delegated by senior staff in an effective and efficient manner ensuring at all times the social and domestic care needs of service users. You will observe the principles of confidentiality in all aspects of practice and ensure the safety and comfort of service users, attending to their general care and wellbeing; including assisting with personal care in keeping with the standards of care required by the Care Inspectorate.

Previous experience in social care is essential.

For appointment at grade E:

You should hold an SVQ2 or equivalent level qualification in Social Care and achieve an SVQ3 in Social Care or another relevant qualification to enable registration with the SSSC as a Practitioner in a Care Home Service for Adults within 5 years of appointment.

For appointment at, or progression to grade F:

You should hold an SVQ3 in Social Care or another relevant qualification to enable registration with the SSSC as a Practitioner in a Care Home Service for Adults. You are required to register with the SSSC as a Practitioner in a Care Home Service for Adults within 6 months of appointment.

You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service.

These posts are subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with adults.

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the posts by contacting Kirstie Moar, Registered Manager on 01856 872106.

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 23 March 2025

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for these posts.