Care Assistant

Guthrie House Care Home; City of Edinburgh; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Guthrie House Care Home in Edinburgh seeks compassionate Care Assistants to provide nursing support to up to 88 residents. The role involves following care plans, offering practical assistance, and ensuring a warm, respectful environment. Candidates should have an SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or relevant experience, with a desire to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives. Flexible full-time and part-time hours available, with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Flexible shifts

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced in care or working towards health & social care qualifications.
• Possess interpersonal skills essential for interacting with residents.

Responsibilities

• Follow individual care plans and provide practical support.
• Bring genuine kindness into every interaction.
• Support residents in their daily activities and maintain their dignity.

Skills

Kindness

Teamwork

Respect

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

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Guthrie House Care Home is located in Edinburgh's Liberton area and provides nursing care for up to 88 residents.

Where every shift brings smiles, comfort, and a sense of purpose.

In our home, being a Care Assistant is more than just a job it’s about building relationships, bringing warmth to someone’s day, and being there in the moments that matter. You’ll be part of a compassionate team that works together like family, supporting residents to live with dignity, independence, and joy.

What We Offer

• £12.60 per hour
• Contracted to full time or part time hours
• Flexible shifts on offer

Whether it’s helping someone get ready in the morning, sharing stories over a cuppa, or simply holding a hand when it’s needed most the work you do here matters deeply. You’ll follow individual care plans, provide practical support, and bring genuine kindness into every interaction.

We also believe in supporting your growth. If you’re looking for a career where you can progress whether that’s into senior care roles, training others, or even stepping into leadership we’ll help you get there.

What we’re looking for:

You might already have your SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, or perhaps you’re working towards it. Ideally, you’ll have around six months of care experience, but we also welcome people with a passion for helping others and transferable skills from other walks of life.

About you:

What really matters to us is who you are. You’re kind, respectful, and genuinely interested in making a difference in the lives of older people. You’re someone who brings integrity and teamwork into everything you do, and you’re ready to learn, grow, and become part of something meaningful.

Apply today and join a team where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference.