Care Assistant for Veterans – Compassionate Support

Erskine Veterans Charity; Erskine; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Annual leave

Pension contribution

On-site parking

Health & wellbeing

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Erskine Veterans Charity is seeking a Care Assistant for Erskine Home, Bishopton, to join a 24/7 environment with rotational day and night shifts. You will help residents with personal care, meals and activities while promoting independence and social engagement.

Candidate should be compassionate, patient, and able to work well in a team; SVQ II in Health and Social Care or SCQF Level 6 is preferred, with Erskine supporting this qualification and SSSC registration within 3 months.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills within a care setting.
• Compassionate and patient approach to residents.
• Be a team player with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality personal care to residents, including hygiene and dressing.
• Support residents with meals and daily activities in a dignified manner.
• Update records, write reports and liaise with relatives and staff.

Education

SVQ II in Health and Social Care

SVQ Social Service and Healthcare SCQF Level 6

Job description

Erskine Veterans Charity is seeking a Care Assistant for Erskine Home, Bishopton, to join a 24/7 environment with rotational day and night shifts. You will help residents with personal care, meals and activities while promoting independence and social engagement.

Candidate should be compassionate, patient, and able to work well in a team; SVQ II in Health and Social Care or SCQF Level 6 is preferred, with Erskine supporting this qualification and SSSC registration within 3 months.