Looking for a role that makes a difference? Join the Homecare Scotland family!
Homecare Scotland is one of the country’s leading care and support providers. We are incredibly proud to be family owned and have been providing the highest quality of care professionals to our clients for over 20 years.
We are currently looking for motivated and quality driven full time Complex Care Support Workers / Caregivers in Joppa to join our growing Homecare Scotland family.
Why join Homecare Scotland?
- From £13.78 up to £23.16 per hour
- Enhanced bank holiday rates
- Blue Light Card – giving you access to huge discounts with 100s of UK retailers including supermarkets, restaurants and family days out
- Permanent contracted hours or bank employment contracts available – you can choose what would suit you and your family
- A company pension
- 28 days Annual Leave for staff on hourly contracts
- Regular rota and regular client
- Access to Costco membership
- Protecting Vulnerable Groups fees paid for by the company
- Training & ongoing support provided
The Client:
A young man living with cerebral palsy in Joppa, Edinburgh. He lives independently in his own adapted home and is very active. He is a wheelchair user and has an adapted vehicle to get around for his active social life. He is a very creative individual and is a member of local creative groups, attends concerts, goes to the cinema, plays music and is involved in the local stand up comedy scene.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support with social activities, outings and interests
- Assistance with all aspects of personal care
- Moving & handling
- Providing care on a 2:1 basis during the day
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Previous care experience – preferred but not essential
- Have a team player attitude while showing empathy and understanding in demanding situations
- A great sense of fun and humour, we value developing warm positive relationships with everyone we support
- Adaptive communication and ability to understand alternative methods of communication
- A driving licence is preferred to be able to use the client’s vehicle
Available Shifts:
- Day Shifts only – varying time due to client’s schedule
- 365 days a year support, 7 days a week
Homecare Scotland we provide on-site training for the skills you’ll need to look after our service user's, giving you the confidence you need to provide the best care possible.
If you would like to apply, please click the apply button below and one of our recruiters will be in touch with you to discuss the next steps. Thank you.
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Pay: £13.78-£23.16 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
