Care Assistant

Fairburn House Ltd.; Muir of Ord; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care home in the UK is seeking a full-time Care Assistant to join their team. The role involves providing personal care to vulnerable adults and maintaining a high standard of care. Own transport is essential due to the rural location. Previous experience is preferred, but training is provided. The working schedule includes 12-hour shifts, and candidates must be at least 18 years old.

Benefits

Company pension

Qualifications

• Strong interest in caring for vulnerable people.
• Experience preferred but full training provided.
• Must register to the PVG disclosure scheme.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to residents.
• Assist with daily care needs.
• Maintain a welcoming and professional environment.

Skills

Personal care

Communication

Empathy

Education

SVQ level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Fairburn House is a residential care home for adults aged 16-60 years old with learning difficulties, sensory impairment and physical disabilities.

We are looking to employ a fulltime Care Assistant, to join our team. Previous experienced is preferred but not essential as full training is provided. Applicants should be at least 18 years old and have an interest in caring for vulnerable people. Day to day you will be responsible for providing personal care and assisting our residents with all of their care needs. The work environment shall be maintained to the highest standard and should be welcoming, friendly and professional.

You will be required to register to the PVG disclosure scheme, alongside providing satisfactory references. An SVQ level 2 in Health & Social care or above is also advantageous but not essential.

This is a challenging and varied but rewarding role. The shift is typically around 12 hours, starting at 7:45am and finishing at 8pm. Nightshift is also available from 7.45pm to 8am.

Due to the rural location of our care home, own transport is essential.

We are eager to receive your application.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:


Company pension
Schedule:


12 hour shift
8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:


Marybank, IV6 7UT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: FT Carer