Night Care Assistant

Mosswood Care Home; Paisley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Mosswood Care Home in Linwood is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to join our 24-hour nursing team supporting older adults with dementia or physical disabilities. You will help with daily living, respect, dignity, and wellbeing in a warm, person-centred environment.

We offer full training, PVG, pension, uniform, and 5.6 weeks holiday for a 31-hour week contract with £13.60 per hour and opportunities to develop.

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A reliable and positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Previous experience is beneficial but not essential.
• SVQ Level 2 is desirable or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, mobility support, and nutrition assistance.
• Follow care plans and monitor changes in residents’ conditions.
• Deliver safe, responsive, and dignified care daily.
• Support residents’ emotional wellbeing and build trusting relationships.

Skills

Caring

Communication

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

SVQ Level 2

Job description

Mosswood Care Home in Linwood provides expert 24-hour nursing care for older adults living with dementia or physical disabilities. Our friendly, dedicated team ensures residents enjoy a warm, supportive environment with fantastic facilities—including welcoming social areas, a hair salon, a reminiscence room, and even a cinema. Rated all 5s by the Care Inspectorate and proudly holding a 9.9 score on carehome.co.uk, Mosswood is recognised for delivering outstanding care. We’re currently seeking compassionate local candidates to join us in providing top-quality support and engaging activities that make a real difference in residents’ lives.

Care Assistant Contract

• £13.60 per hour
• Contracted to 31 hours per week
• Paid PVG, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As a Care Assistant, you will make a meaningful difference in our residents lives everyday. This role is central to delivering high quality, person centred care that supports dignity, independence and overall wellbeing.

You will support individuals with daily living including personal care, mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing, helping them feel comfortable, respected and valued. By following care plans and recognising changes in condition, you will contribute to safe, responsive and consistent care.

Working as part of a supportive team, you will help create a warm and positive environment where relationships matter and people feel truly cared for. This opportunity is open to both experienced carers and those new to care, with full training, guidance and ongoing development provided to support your journey.

What We Are Looking For

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A reliable and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Previous experience is beneficial but not essential
• SVQ Level 2 is desirable or willingness to work towards

About us

Mosswood Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.