Community Care Assistant, East Lothian

Call-In Homecare Ltd.; Haddington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in care services is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team as Care Assistants. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable clients in East Lothian. With a focus on compassion and support, you will assist clients in their daily activities, ensuring they live with dignity and purpose. The company values its employees, providing extensive training and a supportive management team. Enjoy a rewarding career with flexible working patterns, job security, and a range of attractive benefits, including a pension scheme and paid training. Join a team where your efforts truly matter!

Benefits

Pension and mileage allowance

Weekly pay

Paid training & induction programme

Job security

Employee Assistant Programme (EAP)

Generous refer a friend scheme

Access to extensive well-being services

Free uniform & PPE

Qualifications

• Looking for kind, caring, and compassionate individuals.
• Good level of English is required for communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily life activities like meal prep and personal care.
• Support clients in planning and provision of their care.

Skills

Kindness

Compassion

Communication Skills

English Proficiency

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Location: Offices 1-3, 28 Sidegate, Haddington House, EH41 4BU

Rate: £12.11 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time, Part Time

Hours: 30 hours per week

VACANCIES ACROSS EAST LOTHIAN!

EXCITING OPPORTUNITY – APPLY TODAY!

Work for one of Scotland’s leading Care providers and be a #HealthHero by supporting your community’s most vulnerable in their homes.

Are you a warm-hearted, patient and naturally caring person? Are you looking for a rewarding career providing care and companionship for our elderly clients in East Lothian?

At Call-in Homecare, we support service users in all aspects of their daily lives, enabling them to live with purpose and dignity. You will be supported by our dedicated management team who are always on hand to advise with whatever you need to do your job safely in the community. Our colleagues love what they do, with a recent staff survey reporting 99% of colleagues were either 'Very Satisfied' or 'Satisfied' with their 'Professional relations with service users'. Interested? Then let us show you how rewarding a career with Call-In Homecare is.

What We Can Offer You

1. Pension and mileage allowance (40p/mile)
2. Weekly pay
3. Permanent contracts for both P/T & F/T with guaranteed hours or flexible working patterns
4. Paid training & induction programme
5. Fast-tracked job offer system
6. Job security
7. Working within the same geographical area
8. A shift pattern that maximises your time off and annual leave
9. Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) – offering free confidential access to counselling and tailored support programmes.
10. Generous refer a friend scheme with opportunity to earn up to £300 per referral (unlimited).
11. Continued Support and Career Development.
12. Access to extensive well-being services and fitness programmes.
13. Internal communication including exclusive store discounts and employee rewards.
14. Free uniform & PPE
15. Help with your SSSC Registration
16. Instore discounts with a Blue Light card offering up to 60% off high street names.
17. And, of course, an opportunity to give back to those who need it most.

What We Are Looking For

1. Kind, caring and compassionate people
2. Good level of English
3. Experienced & non-experienced carers – everyone is welcome as we provide full training!

Your Role as a Care Assistant in the Community

1. Assisting our clients in all aspects of their daily life, i.e. meal preparation, medication prompts and general domestic support
2. Assisting clients with personal care
3. Supporting clients to take an active role in the planning and provision of their care
4. Recording and reporting daily visit information

We welcome those who have previous experience in the role, but also recruit from far and wide sectors since we provide continual training. Professional support is provided from the beginning of your journey ensuring you are fully trained, competent, and confident to deliver outstanding care.

For more information and to apply, please visit this link.

We look forward to hearing from you! Apply today!