Care Assistant

ALOR HEALTHCARE LIMITED; Colinton; On-site; AUD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension provided

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Colinton Care Home in Edinburgh's Merchiston area is seeking a Care Assistant to support residents with daily routines, personal care, mobility and nutrition, helping them feel safe and valued in a warm, respectful environment. This is a dayshift role contracted to 44 hours per week, paying £13.60 per hour.

Benefits include PVG, pension and uniform, with a supportive team focused on kindness, wellbeing and dignity for older people.

Qualifications

• Kind, compassionate and respectful approach to others.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily routines, personal care, mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing.
• Encourage independence and promote wellbeing in a warm environment.
• Work as part of a close-knit team to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Colinton Care Home is located in Edinburgh's Merchiston area offering nursing, respite, palliative, and dementia care to up to 53 residents.

Care Assistant Contract

• £13.60 per hour
• Contracted to 44 hours per week
• Dayshift Available
• Paid PVG, pension and uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Why Join Colinton Care Home?

The care we provide is built around kindness, dignity and meaningful human connection, and as a Care Assistant, you will play an important role in helping residents feel safe, comfortable and supported every single day.

Working as part of a close knit team, you will support residents with daily routines, personal care, mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing while encouraging independence wherever possible. Every interaction matters, and the care you provide will help ensure residents continue to feel valued, respected and cared for in a warm and welcoming environment.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys helping others and wants to build a career where compassion, teamwork and making a positive difference sit at the heart of every day. Whether you already have experience in care or are looking to begin your journey within the sector, you will be supported as part of a team that values the contribution every individual makes.

What Matters Most

• A kind, compassionate and respectful approach towards others
• Good communication skills and ability to work well within a team
• Genuine passion for supporting older people and promoting wellbeing
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop
• Previous care experience or SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is beneficial but not essential

If you are looking for a role where compassion, teamwork and meaningful connections make every day rewarding, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

About Alor Healthcare

Alor Healthcare provides high quality care in welcoming and supportive environments where residents are treated with dignity, respect and compassion.

We are committed to creating workplaces where people feel valued, supported and encouraged to grow. Whether you are new to care or bringing experience, you will be part of a team that takes pride in making a positive difference every day.