Home Care Assistant

Springfield Healthcare; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Home Care Assistant to provide support and companionship to clients in their homes. You will be responsible for daily tasks like preparing meals, assisting with medication, and supporting social activities. Ideal candidates will possess excellent interpersonal skills and a caring nature. The role offers flexible full-time or part-time contracts along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Job stability in a growing sector

Paid Medicash Health and Wellbeing plan

24/7 employee assistance programme

High Street Discount scheme

Discounted gym membership

Generous Refer-A-Friend Bonus

Career development opportunities

Flexible work contracts

Qualifications

• Commitment to work and a desire to make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and companionship to clients in their homes.
• Prepare and cook meals.
• Support with social activities.
• Assist with medication.
• Provide personal care.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to develop strong working relationships

Kind and caring nature

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Home Care Assistant to join an organisation making a real difference in people’s lives.

About the Role

Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Join our team! As a Care Assistant, you'll provide support and companionship to clients in their homes. Every day is different, and you might be responsible for tasks such as:


• Preparing and cooking meals
• Supporting with social activities
• Assisting with medication
• Personal care

We have a comprehensive induction and training programme to provide you with the skills and training necessary to complete the role, and your community mentor will be there to support you every step of the way.

About You

If you are looking for a genuinely rewarding career with a company that really cares and you have the following personal attributes, then apply today:
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships.
• A kind and caring nature, a serious commitment to work and a desire to work in an organisation where you can make a real difference.

Benefits
We value our team members and offer a fantastic benefits package, including:


• Job stability in a growing sector that's always in demand.
• Paid Medicash Health and Wellbeing plan.
• 24/7 employee assistance programme.
• High Street Discount scheme, discounted gym membership.
• Generous Refer-A-Friend Bonus.
• Seasonal prize giveaways and employee incentive schemes.
• Career development opportunities, including our Nurse Associate training programme.
• Flexible full-time or part-time contracts to suit your personal circumstances.


About us
Over 50 years’ experience in delivering health and social care services to the people of Yorkshire and beyond. Beginning with a family-owned care home in Garforth, West Yorkshire in 1967, we’ve been growing ever since and now have over 1200 staff supporting people in their own homes and our care villages. Our 6 regional branches of homecare are all rated GOOD by CQC and support thousands of people to live independently at home. We are proud to care.