Care Assistant - Days & Nights

St Philips Care Group; Stranraer; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Progression opportunities

Full training provided

Paid induction and shadow shifts

Flexible shifts

Rewards scheme

Refer a friend bonus £100

Pension option

Job summary

St Philip's Care is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for Belmont Care Centre in Stranraer. The role covers day and night shifts, delivering compassionate daily care to residents and supporting independence.

You will be guided by an experienced team, with full training provided and ongoing opportunities to learn and progress within the organisation. A caring nature and reliability are valued traits in our friendly team.

Qualifications

• Willing to learn, caring in nature and kind.
• Reliable with a good attitude towards work.
• Full training can be provided for the right applicant.

Responsibilities

• Understand and provide the requirements for “normal” health and to have insight into the effects on the client and family when continued care is needed.
• To assist the client in any area of his/her daily care needs which they would normally undertake themselves if they were able to do so.
• To participate in holistic caring activities.
• Care for all clients’ needs as required with the aim of optimising their independence.
• Read and act on the Care Plans of each client to promote continuity of care.
• To understand the right of the individual to confidentiality.
• Moving and handling, dressing, and assisting residents in their daily hygiene and dressing needs.
• Observing and reporting any changes in residents’ condition
• Report to Senior staff any hazard or unsafe equipment that may be injurious to the health and safety of staff, residents, and visitors
• To attend any in-service training arranged as part of staff development and mandatory training, which is a legal requirement

Skills

Caring nature

Reliable

Good attitude

Education

NVQ2 / SVQ2 / QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care or Care

Job description

Care Assistant Days & Nights - Belmont Care Centre

St Philip's Care is dedicated to providing outstanding care to our clients which is why we have been award the most outstanding Residential Care Management Team in the UK and continue to apply this ethos through 2026

Our company values and encourages our staff, provide ongoing training and the opportunities to progress throughout the business if desired. Wherever you want your career in care to take you, you can do it with St Philips Care.

Do you need a job that offers flexibility, the chance for progression, and to make a difference?

Stop looking! You’ve found it!

With this role you can Earn while you Learn as we can provide full training.

Come and join our great care team at St Philips Care and love your job!

The successful applicant should be willing to learn, caring in nature and kind.

Being reliable with a good attitude towards work is valued. Full training can be provided for the right applicant.

As a Care Assistant you will be responsible for:

• Understanding and providing the requirements for “normal” health and to have insight into the effects on the client and family when continued care is needed.
• To assist the client in any area of his/her daily care needs which they would normally undertake themselves if they were able to do so.
• To participate in holistic caring activities.
• Care for all clients’ needs as required with the aim of optimising their independence.
• Read and act on the Care Plans of each client to promote continuity of care.
• To understand the right of the individual to confidentiality.
• Moving and handling, dressing, and assisting residents in their daily hygiene and dressing needs.
• Observing and reporting any changes in residents’ condition
• Report to Senior staff any hazard or unsafe equipment that may be injurious to the health and safety of staff, residents, and visitors
• To attend any in-service training arranged as part of staff development and mandatory training, which is a legal requirement

As a Care Assistant it would be desirable to have,

• Previous experience of care work in a Hospital, Care or Nursing Home.
• A Passion for Care of the Elderly
• NVQ2 / SVQ2 or QCF level 2 in Health and Social Care or Care

Benefits of working with the St Philips Family

• A supportive, inclusive, friendly working environment
• The opportunity to progress and gain further qualifications “learn while you earn!”
• Full training given
• Paid induction and shadow shifts
• Flexible opportunities to fit around your life
• Rewards scheme for all staff
• Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00
• To be part of the St Philip’s Care family across the UK
• The chance to change lives
• Option to join the people pension if not automatically enrolled.