Senior Health and Social Care Support Worker

Equal Opportunity Statement

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

East Caithness Health and Social Care Team at Pulteney House, Wick is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join a multidisciplinary team. The role involves supporting patients in their own homes, helping them maintain independence after leaving hospital and delivering high‑quality care.

• Assist patients in maintaining independence at home and support them following hospital discharge.
• Provide flexible, initiative‑driven care to high standards.
• Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless service delivery to the local community.

• Driving licence essential and access to own vehicle for work purposes.
• No prior experience required, although experience is beneficial; full training and opportunity to complete an SVQ in Health & Social Care will be provided.
• Open to candidates not eligible for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

Permanent part‑time post of 17.27 hours per week.

Hours:

5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, 4 days on, 4 days off (or in line with service requirements). Effective from 1 April 2026, pay will be adjusted proportionally to maintain an unchanged hourly rate.

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• Complete the application by the posted closing date and note that you will not be able to amend your submission afterwards.
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