Care Assistant

Peoplebank; Crieff; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Paid PVG

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Oakbank Care Home in Crieff is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to support residents with daily living, personal care, mobility and nutrition, while upholding dignity and independence in a safe, supportive environment.

This role offers full-time or part-time contracts, a £13.60 per hour rate, a £500 welcome bonus (paid in two installments), and benefits including a pension, PVG paid and uniform.

Qualifications

• Role requires a caring, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Reliable, positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Previous experience is beneficial but not essential.
• SVQ Level 2 is desirable or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living including personal care, mobility and nutrition.
• Support residents while following care plans and monitoring changes in condition.
• Work as part of a supportive team to create a warm, respectful environment.

Skills

Caring approach

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Experience beneficial

Education

SVQ Level 2 (desirable)

Job description

Contracted hours: Full Time and Part Time

Oakbank Care Home is a well established care home in Crieff, providing Residential, Nursing, Dementia, Palliative and Respite care for up to 70 residents. With a strong, supportive team and a focus on high standards of care, the home offers a positive working environment where staff feel valued and supported in their roles.

Care Assistant Contract

• £13.60 per hour


• Full time and part time contracts available


• £500 welcome bonus paid in two instalments: £250 after 3 months and £250 after 6 months


• Pension, Paid PVG, Uniform provided


• 5.6 weeks annual leave based on a full time contract

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.

What We Are Looking For

• 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

Oakbank 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.