Care Assistant (Days)

Priority Care Group; Dundee; On-site; GBP 35,818,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Auto-enrolment pension

Loyalty bonus

Free uniform

Induction and training

Career progression

Supportive team

Job summary

Priority Care Group is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to join our Dundee service. The role involves delivering safe, compassionate, person-centred care to residents, assisting with daily living tasks and supporting dignity, independence and wellbeing.

We offer thorough induction and ongoing training, a competitive salary, pension, and opportunities for career progression within our established, reputable organisation.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide safe, compassionate person-centred care with dignity and respect.
• PVG Scheme membership or willingness to obtain and SSSC registration or willingness to obtain.
• Satisfactory references in line with Safer Recruitment guidance.
• Existing right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate and person-centred care that promotes dignity, choice and independence.
• Support personal care, including hygiene, dressing, nutrition, mobility and daily living tasks.
• Encourage independence and engagement in meaningful activities.
• Build positive relationships with service users, families and colleagues.
• Monitor health and wellbeing and report concerns to a senior colleague.
• Maintain accurate care records and required documentation.
• Respond promptly to call systems and assist with care needs.
• Follow infection prevention, safety and safeguarding procedures.
• Contribute to a clean, safe and welcoming environment in the service.

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

SVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care

Job description

Care Assistant

PAY: Circa £13.60 per hour depending on qualifications

Please Note: Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK.

At Priority Care Group, we know that our Care Assistants make a real difference every day. We are looking for caring, compassionate and dedicated individuals who are passionate about supporting people to live with dignity, choice and independence.

Whether you're experienced in care or looking to start a rewarding career, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

What do you get in return for your compassion and commitment?

At Priority Care Group, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others. Here's what we offer to support your wellbeing and development:

• Competitive salary.
• Priority Rewards Scheme.
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme.
• Enhanced overtime rates, subject to business need and approval.
• Additional annual leave linked to length of service.
• Loyalty bonus payments for length of service.
• Free uniform.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training to support your confidence and success from day one.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression and continued professional development.
• A strong support network within an established, reputable and forward-thinking organisation.

Benefits are non-contractual and may be amended or withdrawn at any time.

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate and person-centred care that promotes dignity, choice and independence.
• Support the people we support with personal care, including hygiene, dressing, nutrition, mobility and daily living activities.
• Encourage the people we support to remain as independent as possible and participate in meaningful activities and engagement.
• Build positive relationships with the people we support, their families and colleagues, providing companionship and emotional support.
• Monitor the health and wellbeing of the people we support and promptly report any concerns or changes to an appropriate senior colleague.
• Maintain accurate care records and complete required documentation, including food and fluid charts and other daily records.
• Respond promptly to call systems and provide support in a caring and professional manner.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Follow infection prevention and control, health and safety and safeguarding procedures at all times.
• Contribute to maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment throughout the service.

What We're Looking For

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach to supporting others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to delivering safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
• Willingness to undertake training and continue developing your skills.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Previous experience in care or an SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training will be provided.

This role requires PVG Scheme membership (or willingness to obtain), SSSC registration (or willingness to obtain) and satisfactory references in line with Safer Recruitment guidance.