Homecare assistant

Routes to Work; Airdrie; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay at National Living Wage

Mileage reimbursement

Full induction and ongoing training

Supportive management

Job summary

A community-focused home care provider is seeking a Home Care Assistant to support clients in Airdrie and surrounding areas. This role involves providing personal care, meal preparation, and companionship, ensuring clients maintain independence and wellbeing. Applicants should have a caring attitude and good communication skills; previous care experience is desirable but not essential as training is provided. Flexible working hours are available, and competitive pay is offered at the National Living Wage rate.

Qualifications

• Drivers preferred for travel between clients.
• A caring, patient, and respectful attitude.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to delivering high standards of care.
• Previous care experience is desirable but training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, respectful and person-centred support.
• Support with personal care tasks like washing and dressing.
• Assist with meal preparation and medication prompting.
• Help with light household tasks and errands.
• Build positive relationships with clients and families.
• Help with light household tasks, errands and shopping as part of support plans.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with clients and families.
• Report changes in client health or wellbeing to supervisor.

Skills

Caring attitude

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Care standards

Job description

If you are a registered client with Routes To Work, please contact your caseworker to apply. If you are not a registered client, please contact us to check you are eligible for this opportunity.

Home Care assistant:

Location: Airdrie & surrounding areas

Pay: National Living Wage (with mileage reimbursement where applicable)
Hours: Flexible (days, evenings, weekends) – rota based

About Us

We are a community-focused home care provider based in Airdrie, dedicated to delivering high-quality, person-centred care that supports individuals to live independently and with dignity in their own homes. Our team works with compassion, professionalism and respect, tailoring support to each person’s unique needs and preferences.

Role Overview

As a Home Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our clients to live well in their own homes. You will be part of a compassionate team delivering personalised care across a range of needs — from personal care to companionship — helping individuals maintain independence, dignity and wellbeing in the community.

Key Responsibilities

Provide safe, respectful and person-centred support in clients’ homes.

Support with personal care tasks such as washing, dressing and continence care.

Assist with meal preparation and encouragement to eat/drink as required.

Support with medication prompting or management in line with training.

Offer companionship and engagement in meaningful activities.

Help with light household tasks, errands and shopping as part of support plans.

Build positive, trusting relationships with clients and families.

Report any changes in client health or wellbeing promptly to your supervisor.

Maintain accurate and timely care records.

Follow all company policies and procedures, including health & safety and confidentiality.

Skills & Experience

Drivers preferred, as reliable travel between clients is necessary; walkers considered within local catchments.

A caring, patient and respectful attitude.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Commitment to delivering high standards of care.

Previous care experience is desirable but not essential — training is provided.

What We Offer

Competitive pay at National Living Wage rate.

Mileage reimbursement for travel between clients.

Full induction and ongoing training.

Supportive management and ongoing supervision.

Opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives.

We are committed to an inclusive, person-centred approach where every service user is treated with dignity and respect. Our staff uphold our values of compassion, reliability, and professionalism in everything they do.