Relief Social Care Assistant, Short breaks and Supported Living Network - ORK09695
| Posting date: | 10 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £15.81 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 September 2025 |
| Location: | Kirkwall, KW15 1RP |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Orkney Islands Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | ORK09695 |
Summary
Advert
ORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE
All Age Learning Disabilities Service
Short Breaks and Supported Living Network
Relief Social Care Assistant
Hours are offered on an as and when required basis
£15.81 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)
A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate
The All Age Learning Disability Short Breaks and Supported Accommodation is based in Kirkwall and offers support to adults with learning disabilities who live in their own homes and with families/carers in the community.
We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals who are able to work both on an individual basis and as a member of a team. You will adopt a person centred approach to deliver a high standard of flexible and responsive care to service users within the Supported Accommodation and Short Breaks. You will provide support and assistance to service users to maximise and maintain their independence, including support and assistance to help them access community facilities.
You should have experience of working with people who have disabilities and be committed to the principles of social inclusion. Day and Night shifts will be available.
You should hold an SVQ2 in Health and Social Care or another relevant qualification to enable registration with the SSSC or be willing to achieve this qualification within 3 years of commencement of employment. You must also gain registration with the SSSC within 3 months of appointment.
You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service
This post is subject to a Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with protected adults.
For an informal discussion regarding the above post please contact Kristin Soames or Inga Wilson on 01856 871431.
Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 28 September 2025
Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.
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