Location: Papdale Halls of Residence by Kirkwall Grammar School Kirkwall Orkney, KW15 1QN
Rate: £14.85 - £15.26 per hour
Contract Type: Supply/Casual/Relief
Position Type: Supply/Casual/Relief
Hours: 0 hours per week
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EDUCATION, LEISURE AND HOUSING
Papdale Halls of Residence
Hours are offered on an as and when required basis
£14.85 / £15.26 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)
A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated care professional to join the care team of Papdale Halls of Residence. This is a varied role which will assist in the provision of high quality person-centred care to residents within Papdale Halls of Residence, in accordance with relevant legislation, policy and procedure, professional guidelines and social care principles. The postholder will assist children and young people, including those with additional support needs, resident in Papdale Halls of Residence, to develop independent living skills.
Minimum Requirements
To be successful you should hold relevant qualifications to meet the registration requirements of the Scottish Social Services Council:
1. For appointment at Grade C, applicants that do not currently hold both the required qualifications to meet SSSC registration requirements will need to achieve them within a 3 year period.
2. Relevant qualifications to meet the registration requirements of the Scottish Social Services Council as a worker in school care accommodation e.g. SVQ3 in Health and Social Care and HNC in Social Care.
You will have experience of working with children and families/carers and/or working in a relevant position with vulnerable service users. In addition, you should be an excellent communicator with the ability to communicate with and relate to children and young people. The post requires a flexible attitude and the ability to work flexibly to meet the demands of the job.
This post is subject to Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with children.
For an informal discussion about this post please contact Debbie Sclater on 01856 876060.
Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 6 April 2025
Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post
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