Care Assistant (Days)

Renaissance Care (Scotland); City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend Bonus

Rewards & Recognition Programme

Free learning and development

Paid PVG Check

Free uniform & PPE

Opportunities for progression

Continuous training and development

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Membership to Concert for Carers

Blue Light Discount Card

Job summary

Renaissance Care (Scotland) is recruiting a Care Assistant for Glencairn Care Home in Edinburgh. You will engage with residents, support daily living, and participate in activities to improve wellbeing. Full training is provided, with opportunities for progression and a supportive team environment.

We value compassionate care and effective communication, with a competitive rate of pay and benefits. This is a rewarding role in a busy care home setting.

Qualifications

• SVQ2 in care (or equivalent) is beneficial but not essential.
• Previous care sector experience is advantageous but training is provided.
• Effective communication and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Promote resident engagement and person-centred activities.
• Support with personal care and mealtimes to ensure nutrition.
• Encourage independence and voice in care plans.
• Participate in outings and events with residents.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Effective communicator

Team player

Person-centred care

Education

SVQ2 in care (or equivalent)

Job description

Care Assistant, Glencairn Care Home, Edinburgh

We are seeking talented and caring individuals looking to begin or continue their career in Social Care with us, making a difference to the lives of our residents at Renaissance Care.

We are seeking experienced Care Assistants to join our team in Glencairn Care Home for 44 hours per week.

Our Care Assistants are at the forefront of resident engagement, they support and encourage meaningful interactions to ensure residents live with purpose and connection. Our Care Assistants will participate in person-centred activities, outings and events and promote lifestyle and wellbeing choices for all residents.

The Care Assistant role is to ensure the highest quality, person-centred care for all residents – supporting the delivery of each individual care plan. The role promotes the independence and choice of residents, making sure that their voice is heard through all elements of care and support. The role offers variety and versatility as no two days are the same. Key elements of care include assisting with personal care, promote a positive mealtime experience to enhance nutrition and hydration, support meaningful activities and create 1:1 meaningful moments.

Requirements

An essential aspect of the role is upholding the values of People, Friendly, Passionate and Inclusion. You will be an effective communicator and work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Having your SVQ2 and previous experience in the care sector is beneficial but not essential as full training is provided.

As well as a competitive rate of pay, we offer all employees the following benefits:

• 'Refer a Friend' Bonus Scheme
• Rewards & Recognition Programme
• Free learning and development
• Paid PVG Check
• Free uniform & PPE
• Opportunities for progression
• Continuous training and development to help you achieve your goals
• Free Employee Assistance Programme, providing additional help and advice to support your wellbeing, physical and mental health inside and outside the workplace
• Membership to Concert for Carers
• Access to Blue Light Discount Card