Care Assistant

Belsize Healthcare; Elie and Earlsferry; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Earlsferry House Care Home in Elie, Fife, part of Belsize Healthcare, is hiring a Care Assistant to join a small, compassionate team delivering person-centred care across residential and nursing settings.

You will support residents with daily living, personal care, mobility and nutrition, following care plans and reporting changes promptly. Full training, ongoing development and a friendly, supportive workplace are provided.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality, person-centred care that supports dignity, independence and wellbeing.
• Support residents with daily living including personal care, mobility and nutrition.
• Follow care plans and recognise changes in condition to maintain safe, responsive care.
• Work as part of a supportive team to create a warm, positive environment.

Skills

Caring demeanor

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

SVQ Level 2

Job description

Earlsferry House Care Home is a charming, converted period home set beside the beach in the coastal town of Elie, Fife, with stunning views across Elie Bay. The home provides Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Respite care for up to 26 residents in a warm and welcoming environment, where its smaller, close knit setting allows you to build meaningful relationships and make a real difference every day as part of a supportive team.

Care Assistant Contract

• £13.60 per hour
• Contracted to 38.5 hours per week Alternate Weekend
• Dayshift & Nightshift 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

Earlsferry 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.