Weekend Care Assistant

Peoplebank; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 20,664,000 - 22,317,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks leave

Job summary

Woodlands Care Home in Aberdeen is seeking a caring Care Assistant to support residents with daily living, personal care and mobility, while promoting dignity and wellbeing.

You will work as part of a supportive team, with training and development provided to help you grow in your role and build rewarding careers in care.

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

• Assist residents with daily living including personal care, mobility and nutrition.
• Support residents in maintaining dignity and independence.
• Follow care plans and recognise changes in condition to ensure safe, responsive care.
• Contribute to a warm, supportive and respectful care environment.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Experience beneficial

Education

SVQ Level 2 desirable

Job description

Our care home, nestled in the tranquil Craigiebuckler area of Aberdeen, offers distinguished care services tailored to a variety of needs, including Residential, Nursing, Dementia, Respite, and Palliative care. With a capacity for 81 residents, we provide a serene and supportive environment where personalized care meets exceptional living.

Care Assistant Contract

• £13.60 per hour
• Contracted to 22 hours per week - Weekends
• 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

Woodlands 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.