Care Assistant

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Penicuik; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Penicuik is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to support residents in daily life activities. This role offers flexible working hours with full-time and part-time contracts available at a rate of £12.70 per hour. As part of the founding team at Glencorse Care Home, you'll make a real difference by providing personal care and companionship. Ideal candidates will demonstrate compassion, good communication skills, and a team-oriented mindset. Training and career progression opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Paid PVG

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in providing personal care to residents.
• Reliability and enthusiasm to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily life activities.
• Promote dignity and independence in care.
• Follow individual care plans for residents.

Skills

Compassion

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Care Assistant

Care and Support - Glencorse Care Home

Contract: Full Time , Part- Time, Bank; Salary: £12.70 Per Hour; Shift Type: Days; Contracted hours: Full Time, Part Time , Bank.

Located in the heart of the Greenlaw Mains community, Glencorse Care Home is a brand-new, purpose-built luxury care home opening soon. With 54 beautifully designed en suite bedrooms, it will offer exceptional Residential, Dementia, Nursing, and Respite care in a warm and welcoming setting.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our founding care team as we prepare to open our doors. Whether you are an experienced carer or looking to start a meaningful new chapter in your career, this is your chance to make a real difference from day one.

What We Offer

• £12.70 per hour
• Full-time and part-time contracts available
• Paid PVG, pension, uniform provided, free onsite parking
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Full induction, shadow shifts, and ongoing training
• SVQ support and genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation

What You Will Do

As a Care Assistant, you will support our residents with all aspects of daily life – including personal care, meals, mobility, and meaningful companionship. You will follow individual care plans, promote dignity and independence, and help create a positive, person-centred environment from the very beginning.

Whether it is helping someone start their day, assisting with a favourite activity, or simply sharing a moment of conversation, you will be making a real difference every day.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from both experienced carers and those new to the care sector. What matters most is your compassion, reliability, and enthusiasm to learn.

• SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care is preferred but not essential
• A caring, kind-hearted approach and good communication skills
• A strong sense of teamwork and a genuine passion for supporting older people

About Us

Glencorse Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with over 130 homes across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering outstanding care in specialist settings and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and flourish.

Our five core values: Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity, define everything we do. If you share these values and want to build your career in a home where you are truly appreciated, we would love to hear from you.