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CrossReach

Sep 20

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • Inverness

AI generated summary

  • You must have SVQ level 3, basic computer skills, Christian faith, and PVG membership. SSSC registration and UK work permission are essential. Respect our Christian ethos.
  • You will supervise staff, manage operations and care plans, provide management cover, ensure a safe environment, recruit and train staff, assist with health and safety, and uphold our Christian ethos.

Requirements

  • - Candidates must hold a relevant SVQ level 3
  • - Have basic computer skills
  • - Possess a Christian faith
  • - Membership in the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and SSSC registration is required
  • - You must be respectful of our Christian Ethos and be able to work within it
  • - This post requires you to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks
  • - You will also be required to be registered with SSSC and it is your professional responsibility to ensure that you meet the standards and criteria for registration
  • - We have a legal obligation to ensure that we do not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK
  • - This permission is without exception granted by UK Visas and Immigrations
  • - We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category

Responsibilities

  • - Supervising and supporting your team while ensuring high-quality care for service users
  • - Managing daily operations, including staff planning, medication processes, and contributing to care plans and quality improvement
  • - Providing management cover when needed
  • - Maintaining a safe and secure environment
  • - Staff supervision, recruitment, and identifying training needs
  • - Assisting with health and safety, and staff meetings
  • - Upholding our Christian ethos and ensuring sensitive, respectful care

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Senior Care Worker in this role?

The main responsibilities include supervising and supporting the care team, managing daily operations, ensuring high-quality care for service users, staff planning, medication processes, contributing to care plans, and maintaining a safe environment.

Is a specific qualification required for this position?

Yes, candidates must hold a relevant SVQ level 3 qualification.

Is prior experience in care work necessary?

While prior experience is not explicitly stated, relevant experience in a care setting is highly beneficial for this role.

What is the reporting structure for this role?

The Senior Care Worker reports directly to the Service Manager.

Are there any specific membership requirements for this position?

Yes, candidates must be members of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

Is a Christian faith a requirement to apply for this job?

Yes, possession of a Christian faith is a requirement due to the organization's Christian ethos.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include access to retail and leisure discounts, a contributory pension plan, enhanced family-friendly policies, a health cash plan, and support from a care concierge service.

How does the organization support staff training and development?

The organization contributes to professional membership fees and is keen to support staff in learning, growing, and developing their skills.

Will I need to complete any background checks?

Yes, background checks are required as part of the vetting process, including checks related to the PVG Scheme.

What is the application process for this position?

Candidates should complete the application process on Jobtrain and are advised not to upload a CV for shortlisting purposes.

Can I amend my application after submission?

No, once you have submitted your application form, you will be unable to make any amendments.

How will I receive communications regarding my application?

Most communications will be via email, so it’s important to provide an accurate email address and check regularly, including junk folders.

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CrossReach

Care you can put your faith in.

Non-profit
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1869
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

CrossReach is a large, not-for-profit organisation offering a wide and varied range of statutory and non-statutory funded social care support throughout Scotland. The work and support is built upon over 150 years of adapting and developing to the ever changing needs of the communities we serve. Our services promote quality, fulfilment and independence through a range of support models including residential care, innovative dementia care, respite care, care at home, housing support, day care and community based creative arts projects. Many of our services have attained external quality accreditation through the coveted Customer Service Excellence Award. Our services are outcome focussed and aim to enable the people we support to realise their dreams and aspirations and to receive a care and support service which can meet their own individual needs.