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Advert Care & Support Worker (14) \n Annan/Eastriggs/Lockerbie/Newton Stewart/Machars \n £18,944.63 - £20,120.63 \n \n \n ‘Supporting you to live your life’. \n \n We are an aging population with people living longer which in turn means there are more older people than ever in our communities that require support and practical help, to enable them to stay safely and independently in their own homes. \n \n With a person-centred approach, this rewarding opportunity will see you working with people (predominantly over the age of 65) providing individual personalised support in their own homes whilst encouraging them to build upon their abilities. \n \n Tasks are varied and are likely to include supporting with personal care, assisting with medication, preparation and cooking of meals, together with any other activity appropriate to the individuals needs within their home. \n \n If you are caring, friendly, positive, and cheerful with excellent communication skills and an ability to work with minimum supervision, this could be a very rewarding role for you. We provide more than just a job, we offer fantastic training, guaranteed hours, pension scheme with ongoing support and learning. Flexibility is essential. \n \n Contracts currently available are 24.5 hours week on a fixed rotational pattern. \n \n A current full UK driving licence and use of your own vehicle is essential, as you will be required to travel to each service users homes. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged. \n \n An SVQ level 2 in Social Care or equivalent is desirable but not essential initially as full training will be provided however you will be required to complete this. \n \n This post is considered as Regulated Work with Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council. \n \n Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident. \n \n Advert cont... With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions. \n Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation. \n \n For further information please contact: \n \n Nicola Corson, Area Manager West Tel: 07392126240, email: \n \n \n Debbie Gracie, Area Manager East, Tel: 07786312330, email: \n \n Jennifer Scobie, Area manager Central, Tel: 07721113170, email: \n \n \n \n

Job Description Social Worker – Kinship Team \n Dumfries and Galloway \n £41,702.50 - £44,712.50 \n \n Dumfries & Galloway Children and Families Social Work Service has an opening for a social worker to join and support our Kinship Team. This post is permanent and reflects almost fulltime hours (35 hours per week). The Kinship Team will provide a comprehensive service to kinship carers region-wide, delivering a high level of ongoing support and training, to ensure children and young people receive the best possible care. \n \n This is an exciting opportunity to join our Kinship Team and develop a service whilst working collaboratively across children’s services to achieve positive outcomes and support children and young people to remain living with their families. \n The nature of this role will require flexible working, which will include some mornings, evenings and weekends, however the person appointed will be involved in supporting the development of the service and planning any hours out-with core hours with the managers of the service. As a Social Worker in the team, your main role will be undertaking robust kinship care assessments and presenting these to the Kinship Panel, whilst providing excellent support to kinship families in their homes. You will play a critical part in developing and facilitating training and support groups alongside Senior Family Support Workers, whilst working with colleagues across children and families social work, as well as partner agencies, to ensure the best possible service. \n The ideal candidate would be an experienced social worker with children and families experience, be a proactive team player and have the ability to work flexibly, collaboratively and independently. You must have a good working knowledge of child protection, legislation and regulations in relation to looked after children, and young people, and an understanding of the challenges they, and their families face. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and assessment skills, and be able to work efficiently to meet timescales \n If you are enthusiastic, motivated, creative, innovative and committed to supporting a team to work with children and young people, their families and carers, and can manage the challenges this can pose, we would love to hear from you. \n We can offer you a commitment to your own learning and professional development, and ensure regular reflective one-to-one supervision, group supervision, peer support and regular team meetings and development sessions. Requirements A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged. \n \n \n This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council. \n \n Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident. \n \n Social Work qualification is essential. \n \n With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions. \n Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation. \n For further information please contact Sharon Fry Team Manager, on 07775827460 or Leanne Young on \n 07917070516 \n \n

ABOUT THE ROLE Homes this vacancy will cover: Lanercost House CA27PW, Newlands CA143NE, Lochduhar DG29JW. As a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) at Barchester, you'll travel across your region to deliver the high clinical standards we're known for. We'll look to you to lead a multi-disciplinary team to make sure that on each shift, at every location, all of our residents get the highest quality care. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from making sure new residents are settling in, to helping advance your team members' skills, and developing care plans that are tailored to our residents' physical and mental needs. As a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. A strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge is important, as is a good understanding of key regulatory frameworks, including the safe administration of medicines, Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, and NMC standards. We'll also look for a successful track record of producing care plans and detailed risk assessments. Dedicated and ambitious, you'll be able to lead by example your can-do approach and excellent communication skills will motivate the teams in each Barchester care home you work with. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: NMC registration paid every year Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Nurse Mentor' and Refer a Friend' bonus schemes Offer to pay Health & Care Worker Visa immigration fees (for eligible nurses) And so much more! If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is an empowering and rewarding place to be.

Job Description Social Work Assessment & Support Coordinator (16/1446) \n Dumfries \n £35,535 - £38,031 \n This is an exciting opportunity to join the region’s ASP MASH Team as a Social Work Assessment & Support Coordinator. The purpose of this role is to contribute to the development and delivery of the integrated Health and Social Care services across Dumfries and Galloway. We require a Social Work Assessment and Support Coordinator who has the energy and enthusiasm necessary to make a significant contribution to the work of the team and help improve outcomes for the Adults we work with. \n This is a great opportunity to be part of a cohesive, supportive team which is focussed on and committed to the health and well-being of staff. We are a small team who have strong Social Work principles and values, and are motivated, committed and passionate about the Support and Protection of Adults. \n The main primary actions of this role will include an initial triaging and evaluation of the presenting need, offering essential support, guidance or sign posting to service users and their families/carers. While, ensuring appropriate internal progress of information sharing to the appropriate teams where necessary for ongoing follow up. Work is fast paced and requires tight timescales to be met. Organisational skills, time management and decision making within policy and frameworks are therefore essential. \n The Social Work Assessment & Support Coordinator will liaise with wider social work teams and make appropriate referrals where there are concerns about complex needs cases, including Adult Support and Protection, Child Protection, Adults with Incapacity and Mental Health concerns. \n Requirements The holder therefore, must have experience of dealing with members of the public, will appreciate the confidential nature of this post and be sensitive to the needs of others. You should also have an understanding of the legislation, core values of social work and themes specific to social work, while maintaining the integrity and continuous improvement of our service including flexible working patterns. \n Highly developed communication skills, both spoken and written, are crucial in this role and you’ll also need good listening and questioning skills along with the ability to explain information clearly. The work of the team is underpinned by electronic record-keeping requiring accuracy and attention to detail when updating and creating personal data, recording referrals and passing information to partners. \n The successful candidate will be a flexible team player. You need to demonstrate a positive attitude, a calm approach and real drive and determination to offer the very best in quality service. \n Care Inspectorate, HMICS and Health Care Improvement Scotland Evaluation \n In June 2025, we took part in a supported self-evaluation of our ASP/MASH Team Services conducted in collaboration with the Care Inspectorate, HMICS and Healthcare Improvement Scotland. The self-evaluation highlighted several key strengths particularly in our approach to engaging with adults who may be at risk of harm. The joint self-evaluation team (which included staff from across the partnership) noted that adults were treated with dignity and respect, their voices were heard and they remained at centre of all our interventions. Our organisational culture was recognised as a significant strength, with staff reporting feeling well supported and safe in their practice, underpinned by strong management oversight. The joint self-evaluation also praised our commitment to multi agency collaboration and our timely response to any risk presented to adults. We are delighted to report that the final result of the self-evaluation was three excellent, five very good and two good ratings overall. \n What we can offer you: \n You will be a member of the Adult Support and Protection/Adult Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) which covers the whole of Dumfries and Galloway. This is a busy but supportive multi-agency team, and you will work closely with our colleagues from Police and Health. The Team comprises of 12 Social Workers, 6 Social Work Assessment & Support Coordinators, 5 Senior Social Workers, a Team Manager and a Social Work Manager. \n The Adult Support and Protection Team offers an interesting variety of casework as the team works with Adults affected by a variety of issues, including Abuse, Incapacity, Mental Health, Substance Use, Self Neglect, Domestic Abuse, and Exploitation. \n We are a Team that is committed to the inclusion of our workforce to help improve Standards and Service Delivery, where Adults at Risk are at the centre of what we do. To support this, we utilise a trauma informed approach to our engagement with adults, whilst adhering to Human Rights based Legislation. We have a strong focus on relationship and strengths-based practices. Responsibilities We offer the use of an Artificial Intelligence powered tool which with the consent of the adult is used in Social Care to record and transcribe conversations, creating summaries, and first drafts of case notes and/or assessments. It helps Social Workers reduce time spent on administrative tasks, allowing them to focus more time on client interactions. The Adult Support and Protection Team was the first to pilot and evaluate this tool in Dumfries and Galloway. The evaluation has evidenced significant benefits to staff health and well-being allowing better work-life balance, a reduction in work related stress as well as crucial time for self-reflection and self-development. \n With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions. \n \n The post holder will work closely with the existing Senior Social Workers, other Social work Assessment & Support Coordinators within the team and others in a multi-disciplinary way, including service users and their families. \n The successful candidate should be educated in further/higher education relevant to health and social care or SCQF level 7 eg SVQ level 3/HNC or equivalent in a relevant subject. \n The Individual Please note this post will be based in Irish Street, Dumfries, however contact with services users will be made throughout the region. The post is currently with the regionwide MASH team, however, in accordance with service need there may be occasions when you are asked to support one of our other Social Work Teams. \n This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council. \n \n Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident. \n \n A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post. \n With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions. \n Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation. \n \n For further information please contact: \n Kirsten Biggar, Senior Social Worker, 07584640019, \n \n Sarah Ramsay, Senior Social Worker, 07899400862 \n \n Donna Fisher, Team Manager, 07776450194 \n

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