Care Assistant

Hamberley Care Homes; Milngavie; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury care provider in Milngavie is looking for a Care Assistant to join their team. The role offers the opportunity to provide exceptional care for residents in a warm, supportive environment. No prior experience is necessary; full training will be provided. Ideal candidates will be compassionate and dedicated to enhancing the lives of older individuals. Benefits include competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days holiday

Quality bonus scheme

Workplace pension

Opportunities for professional development

High street discounts

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing excellent care.
• Competent in using basic IT equipment.
• Registered with the relevant professional bodies (SSSC) in Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Care for residents in a familial way.
• Support with personal care and daily living activities.
• Build relationships with residents through quality time.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Caring and nurturing attitude

Job description

Overview

Be all you can be with Hamberley. Working as a Care Assistant at Milngavie Manor, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. At Hamberley, we know that our people are the key to creating a loving home. Our care team goes above and beyond to help older people to enjoy full and happy lives. We believe that, together, we can achieve anything. We work as a close-knit team to tailor our care to each resident's individual needs through our Person-Centred Care model. As they get to know our residents, our care assistants are trusted to provide the care they require in the way they prefer, respecting people’s dignity and enabling them to live as they choose.

Working Pattern: 12 hour shifts and working alternative weekends on a rota basis.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Quality bonus scheme linked to CI rating
• Workplace pension
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Access to high street discounts via our mobile friendly HapiApp benefits platform
• Free onsite parking available
• Unlimited Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £750 per referral - t&cs apply*
• Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services

What you’ll be doing

At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day'. A Care Assistant at Milngavie Manor is a unique caring role for a unique person, allowing you to make a real difference to our residents’ lives in a varied role where no two days are the same.

• You’ll care for people in the way a family member might care for someone in their home.
• Whether you’re supporting residents with personal care, helping make their bed, supporting them with their meals, spending time with them to understand their care needs, arranging a family meal with their loved ones or taking them to the beauty salon; you’ll always be doing something different.
• You’ll assist with activities of daily living, providing support and building relationships with residents by spending quality time together as a friend and companion.
• You’ll be part of a friendly and supportive team.

Could you be part of our team?

Whether you have prior experience or not, we provide full training to you with a comprehensive blended practical and theory-based induction. After that, we will continue to support you as you progress in your new role. What is important is that you are caring, have empathy and dedication to help our residents live their lives to the fullest. We will support you with everything else!

About You

• You are passionate about providing excellent care
• You are caring, kind and nurturing
• You can demonstrate empathy and are a confident decision maker
• You have good verbal and written communication skills
• You are competent in using basic IT equipment, to use electronic care plans and training records
• You’ll be required to register with the relevant professional bodies (SSSC) in Scotland

If this sounds like you and you’re looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you.

Milngavie Manor

Milngavie Manor is a luxurious care home in Milngavie, Glasgow, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes group – offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens.

Hamberley People

We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it!