Care Assistant

Northcare; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training and induction

Ongoing learning and development

Pension scheme options

Staff wellbeing programme

Staff benefits app

Refer a Friend scheme

Free on-site parking

Complimentary staff meals on shift

Job summary

Northcare (Scotland) Ltd is seeking a compassionate Health Care Assistant to join Northcare Suites in Leith, Edinburgh. You will provide high-quality personal care, support with daily living, meals, mobility, and companionship, while maintaining records and reporting concerns to senior staff.

We offer full-time permanent employment, training, development opportunities, pension options, and employee benefits. A right to work in the UK is required; sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Experience in care settings preferred; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to residents.
• Assist with washing, dressing, toileting and mobility.
• Support residents with meals and hydration.
• Offer companionship and emotional support.
• Promote residents’ independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
• Assist with daily activities and social engagement; work with senior carers.
• Maintain accurate care records and report concerns to staff.

Skills

Caring attitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Flexibility

Empathy

Job description

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK

Job Description - Health Care Assistant
Location: Northcare Suites, Leith Edinburgh
Salary: £13.75 per hour
Hours: Full-time
Contract: Permanent

We are looking for compassionate and reliable Care Assistants to join our team and provide high-quality support to individuals in Northcare Suites. At Northcare, you are more than a care worker. You are a valued member of our longstanding team that makes the world of difference to the lives of the individuals we care for.

About the Role

As a Care Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing personal care and support to residents
• Assisting with washing, dressing, toileting, and mobility
• Supporting residents with meals and hydration
• Offering companionship and emotional support
• Promoting residents’ independence, dignity, and wellbeing
• Assisting residents with daily activities and social engagement
• Working closely with senior carers and healthcare professionals
• Maintaining accurate care records and reporting concerns appropriately

What We’re Looking For

• A caring, respectful, and patient approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Reliability and professionalism
• Ability to work in a fast-paced care environment
• Previous care experience is preferred but not essential, as full training will be provided
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays where required
• Right to work in the UK – please note Northcare is unable to sponsor employment of international workers

What we offer

• Competitive Rates of Pay
• Paid Training and extensive Induction Programme
• Ongoing Learning and development opportunities
• Supportive Management Team
• Pension Scheme Options
• Sector leading staff wellbeing programme
• Access to Staff Benefits App with retail discounts, 24 hour support line and GP appointments
• Refer a Friend Scheme with rewards
• Free on site parking
• Complimentary Staff Meals on shift

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a positive difference in residents’ lives, we would love to hear from you.
Northcare (Scotland) Ltd, is a leading provider of nursing care homes in Scotland for over 30 years. Being a family run business the main priority is to maintain a high standard of care and services that improves the quality of life and well-being of our clients.

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK