Relief Care Assistant (Pittyvaich)

Parklands Care Homes; Inverness; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend (£250 referral)

Above & Beyond rewards program

Family friendly working

Flexible pay access

Free PVG check

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Training and development opportunities

Career development within Parklands

Job summary

Parklands Care Homes is seeking a Relief Care Assistant for our Inverness Pittyvaich Care Home. You will support residents with care, dignity, and independence, while learning and adapting in a fast-paced environment. The role requires strong communication and teamwork within a dedicated care team.

We offer flexible pay access, training opportunities, and a supportive workplace. Join us to help residents achieve personal goals and enjoy a rewarding role within a growing care home network.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• No formal qualifications required for this relief role.

Responsibilities

• Support the care, protection, and wellbeing of residents with respect and dignity, assisting with protection and promoting independence.
• Provide practical assistance and emotional support to empower residents to achieve personal goals and aspirations.
• Promote residents' health and wellbeing by meeting physical, emotional, cultural and spiritual needs, including facilitating social, educational and recreational activities.
• Ensure health and safety of residents, maintain stock and equipment, and adhere to Parklands policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Job Type(s): Relief Duration: N/A Schedule: Days (as and when required) Hourly Rate: £13.50

Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK for their application to be considered.

We are looking for a Relief Care Assistant who is dedicated to making every moment count, regardless of their qualifications or experience.

As a Relief Care Assistant, you will need to be willing to learn and adapt in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment as well as have excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of our team.

The Role

• To support the care, protection, and wellbeing, of all residents, by treating them with respect and dignity, assisting with their protection and promoting their independence.
• Provide practical assistance and emotional support to empower our residents to achieve their personal goals and aspirations. Respect each individual’s uniqueness and support them in making informed choices to live the life they desire, in accordance with their person-centred care plans.
• Promote the health and wellbeing of residents, ensuring that their physical, emotional, cultural, and spiritual needs are met inclusively. This includes facilitating social, educational, and recreational activities such as visits with family and friends, walks, and other activities of their choice.
• Ensure the health and safety of all individuals in your care, maintain stock and equipment, and adhere to Parkland’s policies and procedures.

Be part of our dedicated care team in our new Pittyvaich Care Home, located in Inverness. Situated in a vibrant and fast-growing neighbourhood, the home enjoys excellent transport links to the city centre and is conveniently close to local shops, schools, and nurseries. It also offers impressive views of the Moray Firth.

What We Can Offer

• Refer a Friend Scheme (£250 per referral)
• Above & Beyond Rewards and Recognition Initiative
• Family Friendly Working
• Flexible Pay Access
• Free PVG Check
• Company Pension
• Free On-Site Parking
• We’ll provide the training and development you need to thrive and a chance to build on the skills you have
• We aim to develop our own talent, giving you the opportunity to develop your career with Parklands