Council of the Isles of Scilly
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Job Vacancy

Night Care Assistants

Released on 20/07/2010

Hours:
Various available
Salary:
£15,039 - £16,054 pro rata per annum
Department:
Residential Care
Post No:

Closing Date:
04/08/2010

Due to our expanding service and registration of dementia care we now require two care assistants to be on duty each night.  We currently have vacancies for the following night shifts— 2, 3 or 4 nights per week, 10pm until 8am.

The successful candidate(s) will:

· be available to undertake night duties from 10pm - 8am

· have a good understanding of the physical and mental needs of the elderly

· have the ability to work using their own initiative

· have excellent communication skills

Previous experience in caring whether at home or professionally would be an advantage although not essential as training will be given.

To find out more please telephone Lesley Burrows on (01720) 422699 for an informal discussion or e-maillburrows@scilly.gov.uk

Application packs containing full details about this appointment can be obtained from the Reception Desk, Town Hall, St Mary’s (01720) 422537 or by email from: hr@scilly.gov.uk

Closing date for applications is 12 noon, Wednesday 4th August 2010

Interviews will be held shortly afterwards

Completed application forms should be returned to the HR Assistant at the above address.

If you require this document in an alternative language, in larger text, Braille, easy read or in an audio format, please email diversity@scilly.gov.uk Or telephone 01720 424046

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Last Updated: (22/07/2010 10:24:50)