At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide personal care and support to older people in a residential setting.
- Company: Join South Lanarkshire Council, a high-performing organisation dedicated to improving lives.
- Benefits: Enjoy up to 33 days annual leave, flexible working, and an award-winning pension scheme.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to equality and diversity, with great career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: SVQ Level 3 in Social Care or HNC preferred; experience with older people is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 36365 - 37329 £ per year.
Location: Meldrum Gardens, East Kilbride
Hours: 37hrs per week, permanent
Work Pattern: Early 7:15am – 3:15pm, Late 2:15pm – 10:15pm
Salary / Hourly Rate: £36,365 - £37,329
Overview
South Lanarkshire Council is an ambitious, high performing organisation with a clear vision and programme of action designed to improve the lives and prospects of everyone in South Lanarkshire. The Social Work Resources team promotes social welfare and provides effective care and support to meet the needs of vulnerable people.
Responsibilities
- Care for older people in a residential setting, providing personal care and support.
- Construct a person-centred support plan, implement, review and evaluate its effectiveness for the service users for whom you have responsibility.
- Contribute to the assessment and review process and administer medicines as prescribed.
- Work shift and weekend schedules as required.
- Maintain accurate records and comply with all safeguarding procedures.
Qualifications & Experience
- Hold an SVQ Level 3 in Social Care or an HNC, or be willing to work towards these qualifications.
- Experience in caring for older people, preferably within a residential setting.
- Familiarity with all aspects of personal care and medicines administration.
Legal & Compliance
This post is excepted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Scotland Act 2020 and is a regulated role with adults under the Disclosure Scotland Act 2020. Applicants barred from working with adults must not apply. Preferred candidates will be required to join or update the PVG Scheme before a formal offer. Applicants born outside the UK or who have lived abroad for more than three months in the past ten years must provide an Overseas Criminal Records Check, translated into English and confirming no history of pending criminal proceedings.
Equal Opportunities and Inclusion
The Council is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sectors, including under‑represented groups. A Disability Confident employer we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. We also support the armed forces community through the UK Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award.
Benefits
- Enrolment in award-winning local government pension scheme.
- Option to join Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme to enhance pension.
- Up to 33 days annual leave.
- Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days).
- Occupational sick pay.
- Family‑friendly policies: flexible working, leave, maternity/paternity leave and enhanced leave.
- Employee discounts (including cinema).
- Cycle to Work Scheme, physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Programme.
Internal applicants must apply via the Opportunity Marketplace. All correspondence will be through your email address. Successful candidates may be required to assist the recruitment team with timely completion of checks.
SWRK 5053 - G2 Social Care Worker (Days) (609245) in East Kilbride employer: South Lanarkshire Council
South Lanarkshire Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises equality and inclusivity. With flexible working hours and a commitment to employee well-being, including a local government pension scheme and family-friendly policies, this role provides meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth in the community-focused environment of Rutherglen and Cambuslang.
