Social Care Assistant

Join Our Caring Team at The Telford Centre, Fort Augustus!

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? An exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 2 Social Care Assistants to join our friendly and dedicated team at The Telford Centre, a warm and welcoming residential care home supporting up to 10 residents.

At the heart of what we do is dignity, respect, and compassion. We’re looking for individuals with excellent communication skills and a genuine caring attitude who want to help residents live their best lives every day. No experience? No problem! Full training will be provided, so if you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love to hear from you

Why Work With Us?

• Comprehensive Training We’ll give you the skills and confidence to succeed.
• Career Development Opportunities to progress and gain qualifications.
• Supportive Team Environment Work with colleagues who care as much as you do.
• Make a Real Impact Every day you’ll help improve someone’s quality of life.
• NHS Benefits Pension scheme, job security, and flexible working options.
  
  

If you’re someone who cares deeply about people and wants a rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you.

Full details of the role are available in the Job Description. Apply today and start your journey with us!

Please note this role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship and a CoS cannot be provided.

Informal enquiries to David Jackson, Manager on 01320 366511

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Additional Information For Candidates

• Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part-time hours will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure that pay remains unaffected.
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