Care Assistant

HC One; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Kirkcaldy is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for days and nights shifts. This role involves supporting the physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of residents, providing personal care, and assisting with daily activities in a professional and dignified manner. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in personal care and a commitment to the dignity of residents.

Benefits

Great work-life balance

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Award-winning learning and development

Qualifications

• Experience or training in personal care and support for residents with dementia.
• Comfortable using technology and supportive of digital care planning.
• Willingness to attend ongoing training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of residents.
• Provide personal care including washing, dressing, hygiene and meals.
• Assist with daily activities ensuring resident's individuality and dignity.
• Offer compassionate end-of-life care when required.

Skills

Experience in personal care

Knowledge of safeguarding protocols

Positive communication

Compassion

Job description

At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do across our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Our residents are people with their own stories to tell, and by joining us you’ll have the chance to give something back while helping them live with dignity and purpose.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed Care Assistant for DAYS and NIGHTS to join our team. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you will support the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of our residents, delivering personal care such as washing, dressing, hygiene and meals, as well as helping with daily activities in the home.

Responsibilities

• Support the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of residents.
• Provide personal care including washing, dressing, hygiene and meals.
• Assist with daily activities and tailor support to each resident’s needs, ensuring individuality and dignity.
• Offer compassionate end‑of‑life care when required.
• Recognise signs of abuse, harm or neglect and act in accordance with safeguarding procedures.
• Attend safeguarding training appropriate to your role and undertake additional training in associated areas.
• Seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.
• Support digital care planning initiatives and assist residents with technology where required.

Qualifications

• Experience or training in personal care and support for residents with dementia or other complex needs.
• Knowledge of safeguarding protocols and a proven ability to recognise and report abuse or neglect.
• Willingness to attend ongoing training and professional development.
• Comfortable using technology and supportive of digital care planning.
• Positive communication and compassion, with a commitment to maintaining residents’ individuality and dignity.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word—it’s a way of life. We believe that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, so we can support them to live their best possible lives.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us learn from one another and better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family and prioritise inclusive working practices across everything we do.

We care about our colleagues and are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. From the moment you receive a job offer, we aim for the quickest possible turnaround to get you started, with full support every step of the way. With clear career pathways, continuous professional development, and postgraduate programmes, HC-One will invest in your growth—opening up opportunities at regional and national levels.

Rewards & Benefits

• Great work life balance
• Hourly rate subject to experience and qualifications
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meal available during a shift of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream – financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award‑winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online – a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app – available to you and your dependents under 16
• An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team
• Colleague discounts – access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners
• Wellbeing – free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues
• Excellent recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards
• An attractive refer‑a‑friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role

Please note: We are only able to consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship or accept applications from those on a time‑limited visa. Applications that do not meet this criteria will not be progressed.