Lead Health and Social Care Support Worker

Job reference:

260227

Salary:

Band 4 (£31,537 - £34,303)

Job closing date:

03/10/2026

Job Type:

Personal and Social Care

Location:

Broadford Service Point and Library

Employment type:

Permanent

Hours Per Week:

45.3

Job posted date:

20/09/2026

Employer (NHS Board):

NHS Highland

Department:

• Care at Home - South Skye & Lochalsh
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We are looking for 2 caring, motivated and experienced individuals to join our dedicated Care at Home team in South Skye and Lochalsh as Lead Health & Social Care Support Workers (Band 4).

2 posts of 22.65 hours per week.

In this role, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support to individuals in their own homes, promoting independence, dignity and overall wellbeing. As a senior member of the team, you will work with a greater level of autonomy and contribute to the smooth running of the service, including supporting colleagues and maintaining high standards of care delivery.

You will be part of a close-knit local team, with access to regular supervision, ongoing training, and professional support from NHS Highland.

Shift patterns will be discussed at interview but will include a 4 on / 4 off rotation, in line with service requirements.

Requirements:

• SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Relevant experience in a care environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heath and Care Worker visa.

NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

Informal enquiries can be made to:

madge.macleod1@nhs.scot 07484503135

jackie.macleay1@nhs.scot 07816060494

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.

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• Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
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• Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS HighlandNHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.

Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.

• Care and compassion
• Dignity and respect
• Openness, honesty and responsibility
• Quality and teamwork