Care Assistant

Meallmore; Leven; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick pay

Free parking

Colleague meals

Blue Light Card eligibility

Overtime rates

Wagestream access

Job summary

Meallmore is looking for a friendly Dayshift Care Assistant to support residents with daily living tasks and companionship. You will help with washing, dressing and meals, promote independence, monitor health and liaise with families.

The role offers stability, training and a rewarding environment in a close-knit team. Salary is £13.45–£13.50 per hour, 23–46 hours per week, with benefits including sick pay, parking and access to Wagestream.

Qualifications

• SVQ level 2 or above in Health and Social Care.
• Full funding and support to achieve this qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living including washing, dressing and meals.
• Promote independence and wellbeing of residents.
• Monitor health conditions and liaise with relatives and staff.
• Support residents in activities, tailoring care to individual needs.

Skills

Caring & kind nature

Excellent communication

Time management

Patience & empathy

Teamwork / independent work

Education

SVQ level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Dayshift Care Assistant

Salary: £13.45 - £13.50 per hour (depending on experience)
Hours: 23-46 hours per week

Competitive benefits some 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 4 days off each week. But if that still doesn't suit let us know, we can be flexible and will do our best to accommodate. Join us and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

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

Overlooking the promenade in the picturesque seaside town of Leven, Leven Beach is a purpose-built 52-bed care home offering stunning views across the Firth of Forth. As one of the most uniquely located care homes in Fife, we provide high-quality nursing, residential, and specialist dementia care, delivering personalised support in a warm and welcoming environment. Join our dedicated team and make every day special for our residents, bringing comfort, laughter, and joy while creating meaningful moments through kindness, compassion, and exceptional person-centred care.