Opportunity to Work in Homecare

12 June 2024 at 16:17:43

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar is recruiting to the role of Homecare and Reablement Assistants.

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar is looking to attract new home care staff to permanent posts with opportunities for progression and benefits. Staff recruited from out with the Western Isles will benefit from Key worker housing status and relocation packages.

The role offers a salary of £27,243 - £28,323 Per Annum (Grade D), inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Employees will be supported to undertake and achieve an SVQ II in Health and Social Care within six months from commencing in post. On achieving their SVQ II and on completion of all mandatory training employees will progress to a Homecare and Reablement Worker, 28,960 - £31,776 Per Annum (Grade D), Pro Rata, inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance.

Successful applicants will be eligible for the following benefits:

• Key Worker Accommodation Status and Relocation Package available for eligible candidates.
• Fully funded SVQ Qualification in Health and Social Care.
• SSSC registration fees met by Employer
• PVG fees met by Employer
• Opportunity for career progression
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card
• 25 days Annual Leave per year (pro rata for part time staff) increasing to 30 days after 5 years

Further information and details of how to apply are available at MyJobScotland.

As part of the Our Work Your Comhairle campaign current homecare and reablement employees have given an insight into work within the service. Staff profiles job information and details of how to apply are available on the Comhairle's website.

Sarah Macmillan, said:

"The friends I've made within the service and the satisfaction of being able to support people to enable them to continue living in their own homes makes every day worth going to work."

Machelle Robertson, said:

"This was the best decision I have ever made, the difference that carers make daily to our service users is amazing. The folks look forward to the Carers visits. For some carers are the only people that they will see. Things that we take for granted are the simple things that they need support with, and they appreciate the assistance."

Rebecca McGuire, said:

"The council offer flexible schedules to meet service users and staffing needs. You are never alone; I can have contact with the office or management whenever I need. We have ongoing training that cover all aspects of care along with regular refresher courses.

"The Council offer a competitive salary & pension scheme and there is also opportunity to work additional hours. I would encourage anybody thinking of a change of career to apply for the home care service as it gives you the opportunity to train to SVQ level whilst working on the job, so a qualification is gained as part of the role. The Home Care service makes a positive difference to people and the support we provide allows people to continue living in their own homes. We care for people with various health and care needs. Joining the team is the best decision I have ever made."