Care Assistant

PSR Solutions; Annan; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home provider on the outskirts of Dumfries is seeking a Care Assistant for a permanent role, offering 22 to 44 hours per week. The position includes overseeing the care of service users and supporting senior staff. Ideal candidates will be caring, reliable, and preferably hold a Care Certificate or similar qualification. Pay starts at £12.60 per hour, with potential annual earnings up to £28,828.

Benefits

Fantastic working environment

Competitive hourly pay rates

Qualifications

• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Experience in care is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain the care of service users.
• Support the Home Manager and Senior Carers.

Skills

Caring and empathetic nature

Strong communication skills

Reliable and trustworthy

Education

Care Certificate/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

A care home on the outskirts of Dumfries in Annan currently requires an experienced Care Assistant to work on a permanent basis.

Details of this Care Assistant vacancy and what the successful candidate can expect to receive:

• Permanent contract to work 22 - 44 hours per week working days or night shifts
• Competitive hourly pay rates of £12.60 per hour, with the potential to earn up to £28,828 per year
• A fantastic working environment
• Sponsorship Not Available

Responsibilities

• As a Care Assistant you will oversee and maintain the care of the service users, and support the Home Manager, Deputy Manager, and Senior Carers with the general running of the service.

What we are looking for

• Have a caring and empathetic nature.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Are reliable, trustworthy, and committed to delivering high standards of care.
• Hold a [Care Certificate/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent] in Health and Social Care (preferred but not essential).
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Even if you haven't worked as a carer but have experience in care and are eager to learn, we encourage you to apply

Application

If you would like to apply now, please follow the link provided.

For further details, please call Katrusia Prodywus at PSR Solutions now on (phone number removed).

Conditions

Please note any offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS/PVG/Access NI check and employment reference checks in addition to verification of UK professional registration (if applicable), right to work in the UK and Occupational Health clearance.

PSR Solutions is an equal opportunities recruiter and applications are welcome from anyone meeting the specified criteria regardless of age, gender, race/ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, sexual orientation or any other personal circumstances.

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