Social Care Assistant, Bayview House Care Home, Thurso

Bayview House Care Home for Older Adults are looking for a part time Social Care Assistant to join their team.

The post will require you to work as part of a team to support vulnerable adults in a residential setting and to contribute to the movement and treatment of clients to maximise their physical comfort.

You must have the ability to work as part of a team or on your own initiative, follow instructions and possess good communication skills. You must also be able to respond constructively to unpredictable situations and able to cope under pressure

In order to be able to carry out the duties of this post effectively and safely, candidates should be able to provide evidence of a good basic education, good written communication and report writing skills.

Previous experience in social care is desirable but not essential. Applicants are required to have SVQ 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent or to commit to be registered with the SSSC.

This is a permanent post of 9.3 hours per week working on back shift of 2 nights on 6 off on a rolling rota, however there may be the opportunity to work additional hours.