Care Assistant

Meallmore; Falkirk; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company sick pay

Free parking

Subsidised meals

Blue Light Card eligibility

Overtime rates

Wagestream access to earned wages

Job summary

Meallmore is seeking a caring Care Assistant for Airthrey Care Home near Falkirk. You will support residents with daily living, companionship and activities, helping them maintain independence and comfort.

We value empathy, good communication, and reliability. SVQ2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is preferred, with funded training available. Flexible full- or part-time shifts, and competitive benefits await.

Qualifications

• SVQ level 2 or above in Health and Social Care preferred.
• Naturally caring and kind by nature.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Patience and empathy in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living (washing, dressing, mealtimes)
• Promote independence and well-being
• Monitor health conditions and liaise with relatives/colleagues
• Support residents in physical and social activities to enhance quality of life

Skills

Caring nature

Communication

Time management

Patience

Teamwork

Education

SVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care

Job description

Care Assistant

Airthrey Care Home is set in the serene village of Airth near Falkirk and hasbus linksfrom Falkirk & Stirling.

Salary: £13.45 - £13.50per hour (depending on experience)

Hours:Full and part-time opportunities available

Competitive benefitssome of which are:

• Company sick pay & free parking
• Subsidised colleague meals & Blue Light Card eligibility
• Overtime rates & Wagestream (access to earned wages before payday)

As a Care Assistant with Meallmore you’ll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You’ll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship – and sharing great moments and memories too. It’s a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that’s as varied as it is rewarding.

The type of support that you would be providing is no different to what would reasonably be given by a member of the person’s family.

Role & Responsibilities

• Ensuring the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting residents, with washing, dressing, mealtimes and all other aspects of daily living.
• Promoting residents' independence and well-being.
• Monitoring residents' health conditions, liaising with relatives and colleagues.
• Supporting residents in physical and social activities, getting to know their interests, and needs so they can lead their best life possible, by understanding what means most to them as an individual.

What we are looking for

• You’ll need to have a naturally caring and kind nature.
• Have excellent communication and time management skills.
• Patience and empathy when dealing with challenging situations.
• The ability to work well on your own or as part of a team.

Ideally you will have an SVQ level 2 or above/equivalent in Health and Social Care, but don’t worry if you don’t, we will fully fund and support you to achieve this.

What’s in it for you?

Our focus is you and your ongoing development. We have a Care Team career pathway to support you to reach your potential, all the way to Care Home Manager if that is your goal.

Working a fulltime job and juggling life is difficult, we know, with us you achieve a fulltime wage with 3 or 4days off each week. But if that still doesn’t suit let us know, we can be flexible and will do our best to accommodate.

Please note that all job offers are subject to satisfactory references, Disclosure Scotland Scheme Membership (PVG) and being registered with the Scottish Social Services Council.

A little bit about us

Nestled in the peaceful village of Airth, near Falkirk and Stirling, Airthrey is a welcoming, purpose-built 52-bed care home where high-quality nursing, residential, and specialist dementia care for older people is delivered with compassion, dignity and kindness. Join our supportive team and help create a home filled with warmth, laughter, and meaningful connections, bringing comfort and joy to those who call Airthrey home.