Care Assistant

PSR Solutions; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 1,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is looking for a Care Assistant to join a care home in Dumfries on a permanent basis. This role involves working night shifts for 22-44 hours per week, offering a competitive pay of £12.60 per hour, potentially reaching £28,828 annually. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and a caring nature, preferably hold a Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2. The role supports the management and care staff to maintain high standards.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Free on-site parking

Excellent transport links

Qualifications

• Experience in care is encouraged, but new candidates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain the care of the service users.
• Support the Home Manager and Senior Carers.
• Contribute to the general running of the service.

Skills

Caring and empathetic nature

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Reliability and trustworthiness

Education

Care Certificate/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health and Social Care

Job description

Care Assistant

Ecclefechan

£12.60 per hour | Up to £28,828 per annum | 22 - 44 Hours | Night Shifts | Great Staff Benefits | Sponsorship Not Available

A care home on the outskirts of Dumfries in Lockerbie is 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 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
• Excellent transport links - situated on a good bus route with a dedicated bus service picking up from Lockerbie and Annan
• Free on-site parking available for all staff

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 in a Care Assistant:

• 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.

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).

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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