Weekend Care Assistant – Compassionate Resident Support

ALOR HEALTHCARE LIMITED; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG/DBS paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave (FT equivalent)

Job summary

Gilmerton Care Home in Edinburgh is hiring a Care Assistant to join a friendly, supportive team. This role covers days and nights, weekends on a 22-hour week, with a competitive hourly rate of £13.60. PVG/DBS, pension and uniform are provided to help you settle in.

You will assist residents with daily routines, personal care and mobility, while promoting dignity and wellbeing. We value compassionate, respectful care and offer training and career development within a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in care is beneficial but not essential.
• NVQ/SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is advantageous.
• Ability to work as part of a supportive team and learn on the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily routines and personal care.
• Support mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing.
• Encourage independence while ensuring safety and dignity.
• Contribute to a warm, respectful and welcoming environment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Good communication

Teamwork

Patient support

Education

NVQ/SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Gilmerton Care Home in Edinburgh is hiring a Care Assistant to join a friendly, supportive team. This role covers days and nights, weekends on a 22-hour week, with a competitive hourly rate of £13.60. PVG/DBS, pension and uniform are provided to help you settle in.

You will assist residents with daily routines, personal care and mobility, while promoting dignity and wellbeing. We value compassionate, respectful care and offer training and career development within a welcoming environment.