Care Assistant — Person-Centred Care & Growth in Edinburgh

Ambience Care Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Edinburgh is seeking a Care Assistant to deliver compassionate, person-centred care for older residents. The role involves supporting with personal care, medication administration, and maintaining care plans. Ideal candidates should have a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care or be willing to pursue one, along with GCSEs in English and Maths. This position offers a pay rate of £12.21 per hour, with shifts from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide compassionate, person-centred care.
• Understanding of health & safety and equality & diversity principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to residents.
• Administer medication in line with care plans.
• Deliver personal care with dignity and kindness.
• Keep care plans up to date.
• Support risk assessments.
• Assist with individual and group activities.
• Identify and address service delivery issues.
• Contribute to improvement initiatives.

Skills

Compassionate care

Medication administration

Personal care delivery

Care plan management

Risk assessment support

Social interaction promotion

Issue resolution

Project contribution

Education

GCSE grade C in English and Maths

Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

A healthcare provider in Edinburgh is seeking a Care Assistant to deliver compassionate, person-centred care for older residents. The role involves supporting with personal care, medication administration, and maintaining care plans. Ideal candidates should have a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care or be willing to pursue one, along with GCSEs in English and Maths. This position offers a pay rate of £12.21 per hour, with shifts from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.