Support Worker

Job DescriptionJob Title: Support Worker - Hawick - Day ServiceLocation: Hawick Community HospitalHours: 16 hours per weekContract: PermanentSalary*: £13.35 - £14.03 per hour / £25,.25 - £27,.16 pro rata per annumQualifications: SVQ2 or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
You can earn whilst you learn!Training: All training is provided.Requirements: PVG Adults – we will do this for you!
SSSC registered.
'Independence.
Choice.
Rights.
Dignity.
Privacy.'We focus on these five principles to provide excellent care through a well-structured, meaningful and person-centred approach.We are looking for people who share our core values and can apply these to the work that they do.
The RoleProviding person-centred practical and emotional support to empower the people we care for, as outlined in individual support plans.Promote the health and well-being of the people we support and ensure their needs are met in an inclusive way.Support, enable and involve service users in all aspects of their lives, including personal care, eating, drinking, and mobility if necessary.Be responsible for the safe administration of Service Users' medication, following relevant training.
Benefits of working for Scottish Borders Council:Living Wage EmployerAccess to Blue Light Card discounts and SBC BenefitsAccess to Local Government Pension SchemePaid trainingPaid PVG and free SSSC registration Take the first step towards your career with Scottish Borders Council by applying today!
*Please note successful applicants will be placed on the first point of the salary scale unless they meet certain criteria.