Bank Weekend Care Assistant

Woodlands Care Home; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG Paid

Uniform provided

Job summary

Woodlands Care Home in Aberdeen is seeking a caring Care Assistant to join our team on bank hours, predominantly weekends. You will support residents with daily living, dignity and wellbeing, following care plans and reporting changes.

Full training and ongoing development are provided, with a supportive team and a respectful, compassionate environment. PVG checks are paid, and uniforms are provided to support you in delivering consistent, high‑quality care.

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A reliable and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Previous experience is beneficial but not essential
• SVQ Level 2 is desirable or willingness to work towards

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living tasks including personal care, mobility and nutrition
• Support residents to maintain dignity, independence and wellbeing
• Follow care plans and report changes in condition to the team
• Create a warm, respectful environment and engage residents in social activities

Skills

Caring

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

SVQ Level 2 desirable

Job description

Our care home, nestled in the tranquil Craigiebuckler area of Aberdeen, offers distinguished care services tailored to a variety of needs, including Residential, Nursing, Dementia, Respite, and Palliative care. With a capacity for 81 residents, we provide a serene and supportive environment where personalized care meets exceptional living.

Care Assistant Contract

• £13.60 per hour
• Contracted to Bank hours per week - Weekends
• Paid PVG, uniform provided

Role Overview

As a Care Assistant, you will make a meaningful difference in our residents lives everyday. This role is central to delivering high quality, person centred care that supports dignity, independence and overall wellbeing.
You will support individuals with daily living including personal care, mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing, helping them feel comfortable, respected and valued. By following care plans and recognising changes in condition, you will contribute to safe, responsive and consistent care.
Working as part of a supportive team, you will help create a warm and positive environment where relationships matter and people feel truly cared for. This opportunity is open to both experienced carers and those new to care, with full training, guidance and ongoing development provided to support your journey.

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A reliable and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Previous experience is beneficial but not essential
• SVQ Level 2 is desirable or willingness to work towards

About us

Woodlands Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.