Job Detail
Job Description
ABOUT SOCIAL CARE ALBA
Social Care Alba is a leading care at home provider in Edinburgh. An independently awarded top marks in all categories by the Care Inspectorate – we’re aware of how having the right support can transform peoples’ lives.
ABOUT THE JOB
To provide emotional and physical support to individuals and their families. To facilitate independence by working in a dignified and respectful way.
YOUR KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
- 2 years or more experience in a similar role
- SVQ 2 or equivalent in Health or Social Care
YOUR SKILLS
- Basic – Knowledge of health and safety.
- Basic – Understanding of health & social care best practice.
- Good – Attention to detail.
- Good – Time management, and planning.
- Good – Ability to work independently with initiative.
- Good – Communication across different audiences
- Excellent – Compassionate, trustworthy, and reliability
WHAT WE OFFER
People are at the heart of everything we do, so we continue to invest in our staff to ensure they are happy, motivated, well-trained and supported.
- Competitive salary and travel expenses
- Guaranteed hours and flexibility
- Employers’ contribution into your pension
- 28 days paid holidays
- Paid induction & full training
- Generous “Refer a friend” scheme
- A clear career pathway and opportunities for career development
- Your own Buddy and access to our Mentorship progress
- Access to education and learning resources
- On-going support with paid specialist training – from SVQ to Degree
- Participation to social occasions and events (Foodie Fridays)
- ‘Open-door’ policy so you can drop in to talk or have a coffee, Fruits & Snacks
BENEFITS
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free or subsidised travel
- Referral programme
- Wellness programmes
RESPONSIBILITIES
Supporting service users, including assisting with:
- Advocacy and being a Key Worker.
- Catheter care, moving and assisting.
- Promotion of equality and people’s rights.
- Social visits, meal preparation and shopping.
- Reporting incidents, accidents, or complaints.
- Medication, washing dressing, continence promotion.
Managing personal workload, including:
- Logging into and out of every visit.
- Attending and contributing to meetings.
- Updating electronic records such as daily notes.
- Attending all relevant training and development programs.
- Keeping updated with care legislation and SCA policies
**VISA Sponsorship for candidate live in UK
Work remotely: No
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Salary: £10.50-£11.00 per hour
- Additional pay
- Bonus scheme
- Commission pay
- Loyalty bonus
If you are interested in this role please apply on Company’s Website