Care Worker

Bidvane; Nairn; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts through rewards scheme

Contributory pension plan

Death-in-service benefit

Health cash plan

Professional membership support

Training and development support

Job summary

CrossReach is seeking a part-time Care Worker for Whinnieknowe residential care home in Nairn. You will provide personal care, support with meals and mobility, and help residents stay independent and engaged in activities.

The role requires SSSC registration and PVG vetting, with a Christian ethos. Experience in care or customer service is valued, and flexible hours are available.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or willingness to work towards it.
• SSSC registration meeting the standards and criteria for the role.
• PVG Scheme membership and required vetting checks
• Permission to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with everyday living at Whinnieknowe in Nairn
• Support residents with meals, mobility, routines and activities
• Help people maintain existing skills and build confidence
• Respond sensitively to individual needs, preferences and situations
• Work with colleagues to provide consistent care in line with individual support plans
• Keep accurate records and promptly report changes or concerns

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Good communication

Willingness to learn

Care professionalism

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

The Care Worker post is based in CrossReach's Whinnieknowe residential care home for older people. The work centres on personal care and everyday support, helping residents stay safe, maintain independence and take part in activities that matter to them. It is a part-time role with varied working arrangements in a home supporting up to 24 residents. Applicants need SSSC registration, PVG membership and vetting, a Christian faith, and permission to work in the UK.

What the job involves

• Provide personal care and assistance with everyday living at Whinnieknowe in Nairn
• Support residents with meals, mobility, routines and activities
• Help people maintain existing skills and build confidence
• Respond sensitively to individual needs, preferences and situations
• Work with colleagues to provide consistent care in line with individual support plans
• Keep accurate records and promptly report changes or concerns

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or willingness to work towards it

Registration & licences

• SSSC registration meeting the standards and criteria for the role

Skills & knowledge

• Approachable, reliable and able to build positive working relationships
• Good communication and cooperative working with colleagues
• Willingness to learn and respect for others
• Able to provide safe, thoughtful and responsible support with care and professionalism

Checks & eligibility

• PVG Scheme membership and required vetting checks
• Permission to work in the UK

Other

• Christian faith and willingness to uphold CrossReach's Christian ethos

Nice to have

• Experience in a care setting, or relevant experience from customer service, hospitality, volunteering or personal caring

What's offered

• Retail and leisure discounts through the rewards scheme and Blue Light Discount card
• Contributory pension plan and death-in-service benefit
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Health cash plan offering cashback on health treatmentsCare concierge service
• Contribution towards professional membership fees
• Training and development support