Edinburgh On-Site Care & Support Assistant

McCarthy & Stone; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid training – Level 2/3 in ADT

Company pension & life insurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Staff discounts on McCarthy & Stone |

Discounted gift cards and dining

Guest suites in UK developments

Job summary

McCarthy & Stone is seeking a Care Assistant for Lyle Court in Edinburgh. This on-site, part-time role (22.5 hours per week) offers focused care for residents in one location, with enhanced pay for evenings and weekends. You’ll be part of a dedicated team making a genuine difference each day.

There’s funded training to Level 2/3 in Adult Care, a company pension and life insurance, plus wellbeing support through an EAP. You must live within commuting distance of Edinburgh.

Qualifications

• 1+ year in UK health and social care is preferred.
• Level 2 QCF in Health and Social Care (Adults) is a plus, not essential.
• Caring, dependable and passionate about supporting older adults.
• Living within commuting distance of the development.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily domestic tasks (appointments, light cleaning, laundry and shopping).
• Assist with social activities and wellbeing routines.
• Promote independence, dignity and community engagement.
• Support with individual care packages.

Skills

Care experience

Compassionate

Team player

Education

Level 2 QCF Health & Social Care (Adults)

Job description

McCarthy & Stone is seeking a Care Assistant for Lyle Court in Edinburgh. This on-site, part-time role (22.5 hours per week) offers focused care for residents in one location, with enhanced pay for evenings and weekends. You’ll be part of a dedicated team making a genuine difference each day.

There’s funded training to Level 2/3 in Adult Care, a company pension and life insurance, plus wellbeing support through an EAP. You must live within commuting distance of Edinburgh.