Assistant Social Care Worker (Day) - ARB18622

Service: Health and Social Care Partnership Closing Date: Monday 21st September 2026   This is an opportunity for a suitable qualified applicant with the relevant experience to join a team which is committed to providing a quality care service on a part time basis. Argyll and Bute is one of Scotland's most stunning areas. As its award-winning council, we play a vital part in the day-to-day life and long-term future of our beautiful and diverse communities.

Our unwavering purpose is to make Argyll and Bute the place to be, the place where people want to live, to work and do business. And we are committed to making the council the place to have a great career , by providing excellent benefits and a friendly, dynamic working culture so that each of our 5000 colleagues can deliver services that help our corner of Scotland thrive. Join us to make a difference.

This is a part time position working alongside a team Assisting the key worker with person centred care planning for named individuals. Actively assist individuals with focusing on a range of activities and personal tasks that are stimulating and meaningful. Follow agreed support requirements and support plans and record outcomes and achievements in each individuals care plan. You will work flexibly as part of a team delivering personal care and some domestic support to residents.

This will include shift work and weekends. Assist with personal care, showering, toileting etc. when required, and assisting residents to maintain good hand hygiene. Have a flexible approach as times may vary in accordance with the needs of each individual. Work well in a team or work as an individual. During and at the end of each shift maintain a high level of Infection control by keeping the environment for each resident within their own rooms safe, homely, clean and tidy.

Assist keyworkers with communication and correspondence with family/friends Assist with preparation of drinks and snacks. Good general education. Understanding the needs of Elderly/Dementia. Work in the field of older services and be able to assist in the creation of an environment where social, physical and emotional needs are met. Training in the field of elderly care. Keeping accurate records. Knowledge of Moving and handling practice within a residential care home.

Knowledge of needs of the older person and issues facing them. Aware of the council's aims and objectives. Awareness of policies and procedures. Able to work in a changing and evolving environment. An ability to work as part of a team or to work confidently as an individual. Supportive nature, with an understanding of adults rights to independence and strong commitment to equality and inclusion. Trustworthy and reliable, enjoys a challenge with a flexible approach.

Our employees make good things happen in the day-to-day life and for the longer term future of Argyll and Bute. We want you to feel valued working for us. We offer various benefits to support you, such as a competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave entitlement, cycle to work scheme, discounts on gym memberships and leisure centres, wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for learning and career growth.

We also embrace a modern approach to work, offering a flexible first approach where possible to requests from our employees to how they work. We care about our people and the world around us and always aim to do the right thing. From employee recognition schemes to environmental policies we have many initiatives in place to help us look after the things we all care about. Learn more here Argyll and Bute Employee Recognition Programme , Disability Confident , Armed Forces , Fair Work First Statement , Equality and Fairness , Climate Change , Hybrid and Flexible Working Policy Argyll and Bute Council recognises the numerous benefits of a positive work-life balance to the wellbeing and productivity of our employees.

We will take a flexible first approach to requests from our employees to change t