Care Assistant

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Linlithgow; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Bower Care Home in Linlithgow is looking for a Care Assistant to help create a warm and supportive home for residents. You will assist with daily living, following care plans to maintain dignity and wellbeing, and work as part of a dedicated care team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.

Full training and ongoing support are provided. A care-focused approach, good communication, and teamwork are essential to thrive in this role at a brand-new care home in the Care Concern Group.

Qualifications

• Caring, compassionate and respectful approach required.
• Good communication and teamwork skills required.
• Willingness to learn and develop in role.
• Previous experience beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living including personal care, mobility and nutrition.
• Support residents following care plans to promote dignity and wellbeing.
• Provide a warm, safe and welcoming environment and communicate effectively with the care team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Reliable

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

SVQ Level 2 desirable or willingness to work towards

Job description

Bower Care Home is a purpose built care home in Linlithgow, providing residential, dementia, nursing and respite care in a modern and welcoming environment. With 60 en suite bedrooms and a range of excellent facilities, the home offers a comfortable setting for residents and a rewarding environment for our dedicated care team.

Care Assistant Contract

• £13.60 per hourFull Time & Part Time Available
• Dayshift & Nightshift Available
• Paid PVG, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

Joining a brand new care home from the very beginning offers a genuinely exciting opportunity to help shape the culture, standards and day to day environment as the service develops. As part of the team from the outset, you will play an important role in creating a warm, welcoming and supportive home where residents feel safe, respected and genuinely cared for.

As Care Assistant, you will make a meaningful difference in our residents lives every day. 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.

No two shifts are the same in this role. Some days will be busy and fast paced, others more relaxed, but you will always be part of a supportive team working together to provide the highest standard of care and create a positive environment throughout the home.

Whether you already have experience in care or are completely new to the sector, full training, guidance and ongoing support will be provided to help you build confidence, develop valuable skills and grow within your role.

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

Bower Care Home is part 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 delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can 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.