JOB DESCRIPTION

To provide extended personal care to the most vulnerable members of the community, in a way that supports the maintenance of the individual’s independence and dignity and offers them a positive choice in their own home.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

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ABOUT US

South Ayrshire is at the heart of historic Ayrshire, with a wealth of local heritage and culture, first class leisure amenities, world-wide travel links, diverse landscapes and thriving communities.

Making a difference for our communities is at the heart of what we do and working with us means, you can use your skills, knowledge and experience to help us do just that. We currently employ around 6000 people to serve a population of more than 112,000 people located across a diverse area that includes the towns of Ayr, Girvan, Maybole, Prestwick and Troon as well as small rural villages, coastline and farmland.

We are an ambitious Council, and we aim to place people at the centre of everything we do as we look to deliver the best possible outcomes. We are ambitious for our communities too and our new Council Plan is based on priorities and outcomes that we believe will have the greatest impact on the wellbeing of our communities, our local economy, and our environment.

BENEFITS

Here’s what we can offer!

Competitive salary
Excellent pension scheme
Generous annual leave entitlement and enhanced leave scheme (purchase of up to 2 weeks’ holidays)
Wellbeing initiatives and Occupational Health services
A healthy environment supportive of work-life balance and caring responsibilities
Car leasing scheme
Discounts on major supermarkets and retailers, cinemas and gym memberships (including Council leisure facilities)
Purchase of white goods and more via salary sacrifice
Cycle to Work Scheme
Scotwest Credit Union

REQUIREMENTS

This post is considered to be Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) (PVG) Act 2007. Accordingly, the preferred candidate will be required to become a member of the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if already a Scheme member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made. If you wish further information on the PVG Scheme you can visit the Disclosure Scotland website at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.

Please note you may be required to meet PVG costs.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The grade of this post is Level 5 plus a Non Core (10%).

The work style for this post is Frontline worker.

Various working patterns available:

40-hour posts (Full Time) (Dayshift & Backshift)
21-hour posts (Part Time) (Dayshift / Backshift)
Supply posts

If you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK, please note that we are unable to sponsor for this position at this time. In addition, please note that sponsorship is not available for Supply post.

Please note there is a 10% non-core allowance included for backshift posts only.

Various working locations available:

Maybole & Girvan
Prestwick
Troon
Ayr South
Ayr North
Hospital Discharge Team

Successful candidates will be expected to travel efficiently and may be required to work out with their normal work area. You may be provided with a fleet vehicle, whilst on shift; more information can be provided at interview.

SSSC Registration is a requirement for these posts and renewal fees will now be covered.

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