Care Assistant for Day Centre

Advert Special Carer, Grianan Day Centre (7419) 22.5 hours per week, permanent post £18,704 – £19,419 per annum ( inclusive of £1,822 Distant Islands Allowance ) As a Special Carer, you will be required to work enthusiastically as a member of a team that promotes and supports Adults with Support needs to maximise their inclusion, independence and planned outcomes. This can be within a variety of settings and include overnight support needs of a person where necessary. You should have experience of working with people with additional needs and an SVQ Level ll in Care or equivalent (in the absence of this, you must have the ability to undertake and achieve this qualification within 36 months after registration with the SSSC). This role requires the wearing and use of PPE. This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with adults Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of the grade. It is vital you read the attached job description and person specification, in your Experience statement please detail how you meet each of the essential criteria we ask for in the person specification. Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. Closing Date: Monday 25 May 2026