Centred is a progressive charitable company based in the Highlands that supports people with mental ill health toward mental well-being. Our services are based in Caithness, Easter Ross, Inverness, and Lochaber. Centred Recovery Centre, based in Inverness, is a centre that provides support and accommodation for up to 23 service users.

Job Summary

Working as part of a team to deliver excellent care and support to people. We’ll allow you to make a real difference to the lives of people who rely on home care. Our ideal candidate will have genuine compassion and care for people and be inspired to develop their own professional skills and learning. Good communication skills are essential. You will need to have the ability to work effectively on your own and as part of a team. Duties will include all aspects of personal care, including:-

• Ordering, collecting and administering medications
• Food and fluid preparation
• Skin integrity management
• Working in partnership with other professionals to ensure person-centred support is delivered.

Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to supporting others to fulfil their potential, here at Centred, we don’t just offer you a job – we offer you a career.

What’s on Offer

At Centred, we value our people and offer a rewarding benefits package, including:

• Flexible hours and hybrid working (for some roles)
• 32 days’ paid holiday a year (pro-rata), increasing up to 35 days
• Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contributions
• Life assurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Professional development opportunities, including funded SVQ training
• Cycle-to-work, Tech, and Car schemes
• Hastee (access part of your pay as you earn it)
• HolidayPlus (holiday buy/sell scheme)
• Bluelight Card eligibility for retail and leisure discounts
• Employee benefits platform with a wide range of savings
• Health and well-being support is paid for by the company
• Support of experienced and qualified colleagues
• PVG membership cost is covered by the employer.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is aware that everyone has different feelings and values.
• Is willing to develop a good understanding of the concepts of mental health recovery.
• Can adapt to the continually changing needs of the people they support
• Can be adaptable within their role and shows initiative.
• Has good communication skills, both oral and written.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential
• Previous experience in care is desirable, however, not essential, as full support and training will be offered. An SVQ in care would be advantageous.

Make a Difference

If you are passionate about mental health and empowering others, Centred doesn’t just offer a job – we offer a career.

Join our sector-leading charity and help us bring our vision to life.

To Apply:

Email us at [email protected] or call 01463 236507 to request an application.

About Centred

We are fully committed to paying the Real Living Wage and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident organisation. We welcome applications from all and are committed to fairness, dignity and respect. We are regulated by the Care Inspectorate, and successful candidates will be required to undergo a PVG check with Disclosure Scotland.