The Highland Partnership recognises the huge contribution made by unpaid carers in Highland; and it is keen to ensure that we are in a position to support these carers to feel willing and able to continue in their valuable and valued caring roles.
The Carers (Scotland) Act 2016 introduced new rights for unpaid carers and new duties for local councils and the NHS to provide support to carers.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to play a defining role in the implementation of this Act across North Highland.
The post holder will provide a key role in the development, implementation and review of all of NHS Highland’s plans, policies and strategies relating to the support of unpaid Carers in Highland.
They will also support the collaboration between NHS Highland, Highland Council and partner agencies to ensure that carer’s services are provided in accordance with legislative requirements and best practice principles. The successful candidate will have evidenced they can enable / support carer engagement and be effective in the design, commissioning, delivery, monitoring, evaluation and review of carer strategies and carer support services.
The post-holder will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills to ensure a continued and strengthened interface between NHS Highland and the partner agencies it works with to deliver information, advice, advocacy and support services to carers in Highland.
Part time or job share may be considered for this post. Please contact us to discuss.
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a or a NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.