Relief Home Care Support Worker

2 months ago


Various Locations In Scottish Borders, United Kingdom Scottish Borders Council Full time
Job Description

We are in need of Relief Home Care Support Workers who are passionate about cherishing every moment, regardless of qualifications or experience.

Job Title: Relief Home Care Support Worker

Location: Various locations within the Scottish Borders - all available locations are listed on the application form, please indicate which location(s) you are interested in.

Hours: Casual/Relief

Contract: Casual/Relief

Salary*: £13.34 per hour / £25,743.78 pro rata per annum

Qualifications: SVQ2 or equivalent is desirable but not mandatory. You can learn while you earn

Training: Comprehensive training is provided.

Requirements: PVG Adults – we will handle this for you SSSC registered.

A current driving licence and use of a vehicle is preferred.

'Independence. Choice. Rights. Dignity. Privacy.'

We adhere to these five principles to deliver exceptional care through a structured, meaningful, and person-centered approach.

We seek individuals who resonate with our core values and can integrate them into their work.

The Role:

Provide person-centered practical and emotional support following individual support plans.

Advocate for the well-being of those under our care and ensure their needs are met inclusively.

Support, enable, and engage service users in all areas of their lives.

Handle the safe administration of Service Users' medication after appropriate training.

Benefits of working for Scottish Borders Council:


• Living Wage Employer


• Access to Blue Light Card discounts and SBC Benefits


• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme


• Paid training and the opportunity to obtain nationally recognized qualifications

Begin your journey in Adult Social Care today

*Note: Successful candidates will start at the entry point of the salary scale unless specific criteria are met.

**In case of a disability preventing you from having a driver's license, adjustments will be considered to accommodate your needs.

Informal Enquiries

For informal enquiries, contact the Adult Social Care Recruitment Team.

Scottish Borders Council is dedicated to enhancing workforce diversity to mirror the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially those with disabilities who are covered by the Disability Confident Employer scheme guaranteeing interviews to qualifying candidates. Selections will be based on merit.



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