Job Description
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Care at Home Assistant
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Various Locations
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Hours are offered on an as and when required basis
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£17.09 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)
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A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate
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You'll be reporting to the Social Care Coordinator.
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Your working pattern will be on an as and when required basis.
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The purpose of this role is to provide person centred care to individuals to enable them to live as independently as possible, in line with the principles of the Health and Social Care Standards and the Scottish Social Services Codes of practice and local and national policies in relation to the protection of vulnerable adults.
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The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants
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This post may require working unsocial hours, click here for Unsocial Hours Information.
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This post is a regulated role with adults and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG Scheme membership.
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Applications close at 23:59 on 4 October 2026, with shortlisting taking place week of 5 October 2026 and interviews are scheduled for week of 26 October 2026.
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For a discussion about the role, contact Tracy Breck at tracy.breck@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 873535.
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For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants.
\n We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process.
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Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.
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Relief Care at Home Assistant - ORK10644 in Kirkwall employer: Orkney Islands Council
Orkney Islands Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values flexibility and community engagement. As a Community Payback Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals' lives while benefiting from professional growth and development in a collaborative environment. Located in Kirkwall, you will enjoy the unique advantages of working in a picturesque setting, with access to various community resources and partnerships that enhance your role.
