Care Assistant

Glencorse-Care-Home; Penicuik; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid PVG pension

Uniform provided

Job summary

Glencorse Care Home in Penicuik is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to join our team. You will support residents with daily living, personal care, mobility and nutrition, delivering person-centred care with dignity and respect.

This role welcomes applicants with or without prior care experience; full training and ongoing development are provided. An inclusive, supportive workplace within a UK care group awaits you.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Help residents with daily living including personal care and mobility.
• Support nutrition and emotional wellbeing according to care plans.
• Contribute to safe, responsive and consistent care as part of a team.

Skills

Caring

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Patient care

Education

SVQ Level 2

Job description

Contracted hours: Full Time and Part Time

Glencorse Care Home is a purpose built care home located in Penicuik, providing Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Respite care for up to 54 residents. With a strong focus on teamwork and high standards of care, the home offers a supportive environment where staff can develop their skills and make a meaningful difference every day.

Care Assistant Contract

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

Role Overview
As a Care Assistant, you will make a meaningful difference in our residents lives everyday. 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.
Working as part of a supportive team, you will help create a warm and positive environment where relationships matter and people feel truly cared for. This opportunity is open to both experienced carers and those new to care, with full training, guidance and ongoing development provided to support your journey.
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
Glencorse 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.