Care Assistant

Belsize Healthcare; Elie and Earlsferry; Remote; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG scheme paid

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks leave per year

Job summary

Earlsferry House Care Home, a charming coastal care setting in Elie, Fife, provides Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Respite care for up to 26 residents. As a Care Assistant you’ll support daily living with dignity and wellbeing, following care plans and building meaningful relationships within a supportive team.

The role welcomes both experienced carers and newcomers, with full training, guidance and ongoing development.

Qualifications

• Caring, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Reliable and positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• SVQ Level 2 desirable or willingness to study.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care including personal care, mobility, nutrition.
• Follow care plans and monitor changes in condition.
• Support residents with daily living and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate with the care team to create a warm environment.

Skills

Caring and compassion

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

SVQ Level 2 desirable

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.