Care Assistant

Renaissance Care (Scotland); City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend Bonus

Rewards & Recognition Programme

Free learning and development

Paid PVG Check

Free uniform & PPE

Opportunities for progression

Continuous training and development

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Concert for Carers

Blue Light Discount Card

Health & wellbeing programme

Employee discount

Job summary

Renaissance Care (Scotland) in Edinburgh area is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to join the Letham Park team. Work full or part time hours delivering person-centred care, supporting personal care, nutrition, and meaningful activities to residents.

You will engage with residents, promote independence, participate in activities, and help create a positive daily experience. Full training provided; SVQ2 beneficial but not essential; competitive pay and benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work well in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Compassion and genuine care for residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Promote a positive mealtime experience and encourage nutrition and hydration.
• Support engagement in 1:1 meaningful moments and group activities.
• Assist in delivering person-centred care plans and ensure resident voice is heard.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Patient care empathy

Education

SVQ2 (beneficial)

Job description

Care Assistant, Letham Park

We are seeking talented and caring individuals looking to begin or continue their career in Social Care with us, making a difference to the lives of our residents at Renaissance Care.

We are seeking an experienced Care Assistant to join our team in Letham Park for full and part time hours.

Our Care Assistants are at the forefront of resident engagement, they support and encourage meaningful interactions to ensure residents live with purpose and connection. Our Care Assistants will participate in person‑centred activities, outings and events, and promote lifestyle and wellbeing choices for all residents.

The Care Assistant role is to ensure the highest quality, person‑centred care for all residents – supporting the delivery of each individual care plan. The role promotes the independence and choice of residents, making sure that their voice is heard through all elements of care and support. The role offers variety and versatility as no two days are the same. Key elements of care include assisting with personal care, promote a positive mealtime experience to enhance nutrition and hydration, support meaningful activities and create 1:1 meaningful moments.

Requirements

An essential aspect of the role is upholding the values of People, Friendly, Passionate and Inclusion. You will be an effective communicator and work well as part of a multi‑disciplinary team. Having your SVQ2 and previous experience in the care sector is beneficial but not essential as full training is provided.

As well as a competitive rate of pay, we offer all employees the following benefits:

• 'Refer a Friend' Bonus Scheme


• Rewards & Recognition Programme


• Free learning and development


• Paid PVG Check


• Free uniform & PPE


• Opportunities for progression


• Continuous training and development to help you achieve your goals


• Free Employee Assistance Programme, providing additional help and advice to support your wellbeing, physical and mental health inside and outside the workplace


• Membership to Concert for Carers


• Access to Blue Light Discount Card

Benefits

• Employee discount


• Health & wellbeing programme

Work Authorisation

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person