At a Glance
- Tasks: Support care staff in delivering outstanding person-centred care within the community.
- Company: Join Midlothian Council, dedicated to transforming health and social care services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £35,409.35, permanent contract, and 36-hour work week.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for professional growth and training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your career in social care.
- Qualifications: HNC/SVQ3 in Social Care and supervisory qualification or working towards it.
The predicted salary is between 35409 - 35409 £ per year.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Homecare Care Practitioner to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a caring professional who is passionate about maintaining high standards of care and supporting care staff to deliver outstanding services within the community.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing practical support and guidance to Care at Home staff in delivering person-centred care.
- Supporting carers with the practical elements of care and promoting best practice.
Knowledge
- Jobholders must be educated to HNC/SVQ3 in Social Care and hold an additional supervisory qualification or be working towards.
- Experience of working in a care service including the supervision of staff is essential.
- Experience of working with computer software is desirable.
- The jobholder will receive medication training, as well as all other mandatory training that is required for the post.
- Manual Driver’s licence is essential for the post.
Requirements
- This post is considered Regulated Work with Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with Protected Adults.
- Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Protected Adults.
- You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you.
Additional Information
- If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk stating the post reference number.
- Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian.
- Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool.
- If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post.
Care at Home Care Practitioner x4 - MID07578 in Bonnyrigg employer: Midlothian Council
Midlothian Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Care at Home Care Practitioners. With a strong emphasis on employee development, you will benefit from comprehensive training opportunities, including medication training, while working within a community-focused team that values high standards of care. The flexible 4 days on, 4 days off rota allows for a healthy work-life balance, making it an ideal place for passionate professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.
