Job details
- Job reference: 259860
- Salary: Band 2 (£26,696 - £28,988)
- Job closing date: 30/09/2026
- Job Type: Personal and Social Care
- Location: Wade Centre
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Job posted date: 16/09/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Highland
- Department: Social Care
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heath and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
An exciting opportunity has arisen for individuals to join our dedicated team.
The Wade Centre provides residential care services for 11 older adults and we are looking for flexible and committed individuals to join our friendly, dedicated team working with our lovely residents.
The post holder will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team and duties will include supporting individuals with the full range of daily living activities; day to day personal care and welfare of the residents along with key-worker responsibilities.
Some experience is preferable but training will be given.
The individual must be able to demonstrate awareness of the complex physical, mental, and emotional needs of older adults and be able to respond in an enabling way.
In addition, you must be able to demonstrate good team working, and communication skills.
Successful candidates will be expected to work on rotational days and support with night shifts when required.
The post is full time.
Informal Enquiries To: Catherine Gillies
email catherine.gillies2@nhs.scot
Tel: 01540 661863
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This advert is for Social Care Assistant with NHS Highland in Inverness, Scotland. It is listed as a Band 2 Care support worker role. The advertised salary is £26,696 - £28,988. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 30 Sep 2026.
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