At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to provide high-quality overnight care for older people.
- Company: Join Scottish Borders Council, a supportive and inclusive employer.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, training provided, and access to discounts and pension scheme.
- Other info: Diverse workplace committed to equality and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in social care preferred, but training is available.
The predicted salary is between 16.6 - 16.6 £ per hour.
Location: Garden View, Tweedbank
Hours: 30.75 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary*: £15.39 - £16.60 per hour/£29,706.92 - £32,041.35 pro rata per annum
Qualifications: SVQ 3 or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
Training: All training is provided.
Requirements: PVG Adults – we will do this for you! SSSC registered.
‘Independence. Choice. Rights. Dignity. Privacy.’ We focus on these five principles to provide excellent care through a well-structured, meaningful and person-centred approach. We are looking for people who share our core values and can apply these to the work that they do.
The Role: Garden View in Tweedbank provides assessment and reablement for older people who are discharged from Borders General Hospital to support them either to return home or to an environment more suited to their needs. This post requires someone with experience of working in a social care setting who is able to lead the team overnight and have responsibility for the delivery of care. You will also be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of service users and staff within the building. This role will involve supporting staff to provide a high standard of care to service users and to be the lead member of staff when dealing with critical unplanned events which involve contacting Out of Hours Managers and/or emergency services.
Benefits of working for Scottish Borders Council:
- Scottish Local Government Living Wage Employer
- Access to Blue Light Card discounts and SBC benefits
- Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
- The opportunity to provide rewarding work
- Paid PVG and training
Take the first step towards your career with Scottish Borders Council by applying today!
*Please note successful applicants will be placed on the first point of the salary scale unless they meet certain criteria.
Informal enquiries can be made to the Adult Social Care Recruitment Team by emailing sbcaresrecruitment@scotborders.gov.uk.
Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.
Night Support Supervisor - Garden View, Tweedbank - SBO10153 employer: Scottish Borders Council
Scottish Borders Council is an excellent employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff, offering comprehensive training and support to ensure a rewarding career in social care. Located in the picturesque Tweedbank, employees benefit from a strong work culture centred around dignity, choice, and respect for service users, alongside access to competitive salaries, pension schemes, and exclusive discounts. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older people while enjoying a supportive and inclusive workplace.
