We want your future to become part of ours.
Falkirk Council is a council of the future. A community of over 7,000 employees striving to create better lives for all of our residents.
Come join us.
Could you be our next Casual Mobile Warden within our MECS team?
In this role you will be involved in responding to emergency requests for assistance from service users within their own homes. You must be an experienced social service worker with commitment, patience and an understanding of ageing and disability and their effect on people’s lives. You must have the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, both internal and external, and in addition, have excellent team working and written skills.
The post will involve responding to emergency situations and will include falls, personal care etc. as well as routine installation and de-installation of equipment to service users throughout the Falkirk Council area. Training will be provided, both formal and informal, to facilitate the delivery of the MECS service
What we are looking for…
The ideal person for this role will be able to work under pressure and deal confidently, calmly and sensitively with difficult situations.
The person must also possess…
Previous experience working in a care setting
Good communication skills
A full driving licence
Ability to prioritise tasks
Ability to lone work
ICT skills
You will require to be registered with SSSC within 3 months of your employment. You must have, or be willing to work towards, an appropriate qualification to facilitate full registration with SSSC.
If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate.
Sounds like you? Great.
View our job description below for more information on what could be your next job.
Why work with us?
At Falkirk Council, we strive to create positive change in our community by empowering our people to make a difference. We are a team-oriented, purpose-driven organisation focused on creating positive change. Be a part of something bigger, be part of our future, and come work with us.
We are looking for people who share our values and want to make a real impact in our communities. Our values: Responsive, Innovative, Trusted, and Ambitious (RITA) shape everything we do.
- Responsive: We embrace technology and modern ways of working to deliver services that meet customer needs every day.
- Innovative: We celebrate creativity and learning to inspire new solutions that make Falkirk a great place to live, learn, work, and visit.
- Trusted: We remove barriers and empower people with the skills to lead independent, fulfilling lives.
- Ambitious: We work together to create sustainable services that make a lasting difference.
You will work on an as and when required basis.
Falkirk Council values diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
If you are ready to make a real difference to the lives of real people, apply today.
What we can offer you.
As a Falkirk Council employee, you’ll enjoy a range of flexible benefits.
Contact Us
For more information regarding this role, contact Alison Stephen at [email protected] or 01324 506520.
Find out what else Falkirk has to offer:
Visit Falkirk: https://www.visitfalkirk.com/
Falkirk Leisure & Culture Website: Falkirk Leisure & Culture Home Page
Helix Park & the Kelpies: Helix Park Falkirk | The Helix
