Job Description

JOB TITLE

: Social Care Worker

LOCATION

: Inverness

SALARY

: 12.60 - 13.10 an hour (24,570- 25,545)

JOB TYPE:

Full-Time - 37.5 hours per week.

Centred is a progressive charitable company based in the Highlands that supports people through mental ill health toward mental well-being. Our services are based in Caithness, Easter Ross, Inverness, and Lochaber. Our Centred Recovery Centre, based in Inverness, is a centre that provides support and accommodation for up to 23 service users.

We are recruiting for a Social Care Worker to join one of our Cluster Services in our Inverness team. This service supports people to live independently in their own homes.

JOB SUMMARY

Working as part of a team to deliver excellent care and support to people. the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of people who rely on homecare. Our ideal candidate will have genuine compassion and care for people and be inspired to develop their own professional skills and learning. Good communication skills are essential. You will need to have the ability to work effectively on your own and as part of a team. Duties will include all aspects of housing support and personal care, including:-

Ordering, taking receipt and administration of medications Working with the same group of Service users in a cluster environment. Some elements of personal care involved Shifts involve a variety of hours; 12-hour shifts, sleepovers and shorter shifts. Food and fluid preparation Working in partnership with other professionals to ensure person centred support is delivered.
In return, you'll enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience and training you need to progress in your career with us.

Running health and social care facilities and services on a not-for-profit basis, we invest every penny back into our care - and our people. So, if you're ambitious and focused on helping people who are elderly or debilitated, join us at Centred and add real value to their lives, as well as your own. Successful candidates will need to register with SSSC

Previous experience in care is desirable however not essential as full support and training will be offered. An SVQ in care would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

At Centred, we value our people and offer a rewarding benefits package, including:

Competitive rate of pay 32 days' paid holiday a year, increasing up to 35 days. Uniform provided Access your money as you earn it via our partners Hastee Competitive pension and life assurance schemes Employee assistance programme and access to health and wellbeing support Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance Funded SVQ training and access to a variety of training courses relevant to your career progression Organisational support into personal/professional development PVG paid for by employer

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who:

Is aware that everyone has different feelings and values. Is willing to develop a good understanding of the concepts of mental health recovery. Can adapt to the continually changing needs of the people they support Can be adaptable within their role and shows initiative. Has good communication skills, both oral and written. Experience with personal care is desirable, but not essential.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

If you are passionate about mental health and empowering others, Centred doesn't just offer a job - we offer a career.

Join our sector-leading charity and help us bring our vision to life.

About Centred

Centred is fully committed to paying the Real Living Wage. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do, and we encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We are regulated by the Care Inspectorate, and successful candidates will undergo a PVG check with Disclosure Scotland.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible requirement process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to attend an interview, please contact our recruitment team at HR@centred.scot who will be able to help you.

Centred is an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident organisation. We welcome applications from all and are committed to ensuring fairness, dignity and respect for all.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.60 per hour

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Inverness: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person