Trainee Care Assistant

Etive-House-Care-Home; Oban; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

Annual leave 5.6 weeks

Job summary

Etive House Care Home in the Oban area is seeking a Trainee Care Assistant to begin a rewarding career in caring for residents. You will learn to provide high quality, person-centred support, assisting with daily routines and comfort.

No previous experience required as full training and ongoing support will be provided. The role offers a structured learning environment with opportunities to progress in the care sector while building compassion and teamwork.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required for this trainee role.
• Full training and ongoing support provided.
• Attention to dignity, independence and comfort in daily care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily routines including personal care, mobility, nutrition and emotional support.
• Follow care plans and document changes in wellbeing.
• Support residents with dignity and comfort.
• Work with experienced team members to learn and develop skills.

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Good communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Care and Support - Etive House Care Home

Contract: Full Time and Part- Time

Shift Type: Days & Nights Available

Contracted hours: Up to 44 hours

Located in the beautiful village of Benderloch by Oban, we offer small group living accommodation for up to 62-residents.

Trainee Care Assistant Contract

• £14.10 per hour
• Contracted to up to 44 hours per week
• Paid PVG, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As a Trainee Care Assistant, you will begin a rewarding career supporting individuals with their daily lives while learning how to deliver high quality, person centred care. No previous experience is required, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Working alongside experienced team members, you will assist with daily routines including personal care, mobility, nutrition and emotional support. You will learn how to follow care plans, recognise changes in wellbeing and provide care that promotes dignity, independence and comfort.

This role offers a supportive and structured learning environment, helping you build confidence, develop new skills and progress within the care sector. It is ideal for individuals who are compassionate, reliable and motivated to make a meaningful difference.

What We Are Looking For

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A positive and reliable attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop

About us Etive House 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.