Care Worker

Care WorkerLocations : Across Perth and KinrossOffice and training base : 67 Adamson Avenue, Bertha Park, Perth, PH1 0ALPay : SVQ Level 2 qualified : £14.06 per hour weekdays before 6.00pm; £15.06 per hour after 6.00pm weekdays and at weekends. Non-SVQ : £13.80 per hour weekdays before 6.00pm; £14.80 per hour after 6.00pm weekdays and at weekendsContracts: Flexible full-time, part-time, and bank contracts available. Working patterns are arranged according to individual availability and service requirements.The higher rates are paid to colleagues who already hold SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care.Benefits : Funded SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (if not already held), paid business mileage, uniform provided, pension scheme, work mobile phone, colleague referral scheme and access to the Blue Light Card Scheme (member discounts online and on the high street across a wide range of shops, services, and restaurants).Crossroads Cares (Perth & Kinross) is a supportive, professional, and values-led charity. We provide high-quality respite care to unpaid carers and person-centred support to the people they care for, across Perth and Kinross.We are looking for caring, dependable, and motivated people to join our community care delivery team. Whether you already work in care or are considering a rewarding new career, we would welcome your application.Why join usCompetitive hourly rates, including enhanced evening and weekend payHigher rates for colleagues who already hold SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social CareFlexible full-time, part-time, and bank opportunitiesPaid business mileageFunded SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (if not already held)Supportive local team, with a modern office and training base at Bertha Park, PerthMeaningful work that makes a real difference, in your community, to unpaid carers and those they supportAs a Crossroads Colleague, you will:Provide high-quality, person-centred support in people's own homesSupport with personal care and daily routinesHelp people take part in activities and remain connected to their communityBuild positive and respectful relationships with the people we support, their families, and unpaid carersCommunicate effectively with relatives, colleagues, and other professionalsWork safely, professionally, and confidentiallyThe people we support include older people, children, people with physical disabilities, and people with additional support needs.What we are looking for:We recruit for values and are looking for people who are:Kind, reliable, and respectfulAble to work independently in the communityCommitted to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and supportComfortable working independently while remaining part of supportive wider teamEssential requirements:Full UK driving licenceAccess to a car with business insurance for workRight to work in the UKAble to communicate effectively in English for care delivery and record-keepingSVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is desirable but not essentialRegistered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), or willing to apply for registration within three months of starting employmentIf you do not already hold SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, we will fund and support you to work towards this qualificationThe successful applicant must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme before carrying out the rolePrevious care experience is desirable but not essential . Our values-based recruitment process focuses on your values, judgement, and approach to supporting people. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.If you share our values and want to build a rewarding career supporting people and unpaid carers across Perth and Kinross, as part of a professional, dedicated, and caring team, we would be pleased to hear from you.Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged . Apply today!TPBN1_UKTJ