Care Assistant

Belsize Healthcare; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid PVG pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Henderson House Care Home in Dalgety Bay, Fife, is seeking a Care Assistant to provide person-centred support with dignity and wellbeing. You will assist with daily living, mobility, nutrition and emotional care, following care plans and reporting changes.

We offer full and part-time contracts, paid PVG pension, uniform provided and 5.6 weeks annual leave. Training and development will be provided to help you grow in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Care, compassion and respectful approach.
• Clear communication and teamwork.
• Reliable and positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Experience not essential but beneficial.
• SVQ Level 2 desirable or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living, mobility, nutrition and personal care.
• Follow care plans and report changes in condition.
• Support residents' emotional wellbeing and dignity.
• Contribute to a safe, comfortable and homely environment.
• Work as part of a supportive team with training and development provided.

Skills

Caring attitude

Good communication

Teamwork

Reliable

Willingness to learn

SVQ Level 2 desirable

Education

SVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Henderson House Care Home is a well established care home in the coastal town of Dalgety Bay in Fife, providing Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Respite care for up to 60 residents. With a strong, experienced team and a welcoming, homely atmosphere, this is a service where staff can feel supported, valued and confident in delivering high quality care within a stable and well run environment.

Care Assistant Contract

• £13.60 per hour
• Full time and part time contracts available
• Paid PVG pension, 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

Henderson House Care Home is part of Belsize Healthcare, a division 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 creating safe, welcoming care homes for our residents and developing supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and 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.