At a Glance
- Tasks: Support service users to live independently in their homes with personal care assistance.
- Company: North Ayrshire Council, a disability confident leader committed to inclusivity.
- Benefits: Flexible 4 on 4 off schedule, supportive work environment, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Mobile workstyle with potential for community engagement and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable experience in care.
- Qualifications: Compassionate individuals with a desire to help others; registration with SSSC required.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
We may conduct our interviews in person or using Microsoft Teams for video calling. All you need is a device with a camera and access to the internet. We will provide guidance and instructions on how to use this method if your interview is being held virtually.
We are a disability confident leader and we support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
This 4 on 4 off post is based within our Care at Home Service. Reporting to the Care at Home Manager, you will be involved in supporting service users in the community to live independently within their own homes. You will assist with all aspects of personal care as described in the role profile.
You will be required to register with the SSSC within 6 months of commencing in post.
North Ayrshire Council uses a behavioural based approach throughout the recruitment process. Our staff values of Focus, Passion & Inspiration will be explored for this vacancy. Further information on our Staff Values and how to complete behaviour based application form questions is available.
For your information, if this post requires references you will be notified of further details if you are successful in gaining an interview. Not providing relevant references when requested may delay the outcome of the interview process.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and 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 children or protected adults. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to confirmation of employment being made by North Ayrshire Council.
Please note, successful candidates will be expected to meet the cost of the relevant PVG check (£59 or £18), which will be deducted from your salary following commencement of employment.
As an employer of choice, North Ayrshire Council has identified four different Workstyles. Each post in the council has been allocated one of these styles. This post has been allocated the workstyle: Mobile.
Applicants may use AI tools to assist with drafting or refining their application. However, AI should only be used to enhance an application and must not replace personal experience or be used to generate content wholly on the applicant's behalf.
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North Ayrshire Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both employees and service users. With a strong commitment to community impact, staff have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring personal and professional growth while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those they serve. The council's values foster a collaborative environment where every team member is valued and empowered to contribute to the community.
