Relief Care Assistant

McCarthy and Stone; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retirement living provider in Edinburgh seeks a Relief Care Assistant to offer high-quality care to residents. Responsibilities include domestic support, coordinating activities, and assisting with appointments. Ideal candidates will have some experience in care, a passion for enhancing residents' wellbeing, and a commitment to excellent customer service. This role offers flexible hours and various employee benefits, making it a rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in older people's lives.

Benefits

28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Life assurance

Company pension

Management and leadership training

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on apartment purchases for employees

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar care role is required.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Drive to enhance the wellbeing of older people.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual care to residents.
• Support residents with daily activities.
• Assist with appointments and transport arrangements.

Skills

Experience in care or support work

Excellent customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (Adults)

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Relief Care Assistant at McCarthy Stone

McCarthy Stone is looking for a professional Relief Care Assistant to join their team at their stunning development, Lyle Court in Edinburgh.

Lyle Court was built by McCarthy & Stone as a purpose-built retirement living plus development. The estate comprises 73 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments for the over 70s.

Salary and Hours

Base Salary: £11.96 per hour

Hours: Flexible

Benefits

• 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata if part-time)
• Up to an additional £1.30 for evening and weekend hours
• Life assurance
• Company pension
• Opportunities to stay in guest suites across UK developments
• Discounts on apartment purchases for employees and immediate family
• Management and leadership training, including support with professional qualifications
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (including counselors and legal advisors) and access to in-house Mental Health First Aiders

About the Role

As a Relief Care Assistant, you will provide high-quality individual care to residents, supporting them to live well in later life. Your duties will include housekeeping, domestic support, supporting residents' activities, assisting with appointments, arranging transport, escorting visits, and shopping assistance. Every day will be diverse, offering opportunities to use your people skills to make a real difference.

About You

You will be a warm, friendly individual with some experience in care or support work. You will have a passion for enhancing the wellbeing and happiness of older people and enjoy working as part of a team. You should be driven to deliver excellent customer service. Ideally, you will hold a QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (Adults), but relevant experience and alternative qualifications will also be considered.

McCarthy Stone has been recognized as a great place to work! This role is rewarding and offers a fulfilling career where you can make a positive difference in the lives of older people.

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