Care Assistant

Craigieknowes Care Home; Perth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid PVG

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Craigieknowes Care Home in Perth, United Kingdom, is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to support residents with daily routines, personal care and mobility. The role offers days and nights shifts, 33 or 44 hours per week, and a competitive hourly rate of £13.60.

Paid PVG, pension and uniform are provided. A positive attitude, good communication and teamwork are valued, with opportunities to grow within the home.

Qualifications

• NVQ/SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is beneficial but not essential.
• Good communication and teamwork are important.
• Previous care experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily routines including personal care, mobility and nutrition.
• Support emotional wellbeing and promote independence where possible.
• Contribute to a warm, compassionate environment and teamwork within the care team.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Compassionate & respectful

Education

NVQ/SVQ Health & Social Care (beneficial)

Job description

Care Assistant Craigieknowes Care Home Perth, United Kingdom

Craigieknowes Care Home, located in Perth, provides high quality Nursing, Residential, Dementia and Respite Care in a warm and welcoming environment. Set within a well established community, the home is committed to delivering exceptional care while providing colleagues with opportunities to learn, grow and succeed.

Care Assistant Contract

• £13.60 per hour
• 33 and 44 hours per week
• Dayshift and nightshift available
• Paid PVG, pension and uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Why Join Craigieknowes Care Home?

The care we provide is built around kindness, dignity and meaningful human connection, and as a Care Assistant, you will play an important role in helping residents feel safe, comfortable and supported every single day.

Working as part of a close knit team, you will support residents with daily routines, personal care, mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing while encouraging independence wherever possible. Every interaction matters, and the care you provide will help ensure residents continue to feel valued, respected and cared for in a warm and welcoming environment.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys helping others and wants to build a career where compassion, teamwork and making a positive difference sit at the heart of every day. Whether you already have experience in care or are looking to begin your journey within the sector, you will be supported as part of a team that values the contribution every individual makes.

What Matters Most

• A kind, compassionate and respectful approach towards others
• Good communication skills and ability to work well within a team
• Genuine passion for supporting older people and promoting wellbeing
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop
• Previous care experience or NVQ/SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is beneficial but not essential

If you are looking for a role where compassion, teamwork and meaningful connections make every day rewarding, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.