Care Assistant – Days

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Here at ASA Recruitment, we know that a little kindness can make someone’s entire day. That’s why we’re looking for big hearted and dedicated Care Assistants to join our fantastic network of Care Homes across Edinburgh for day shifts.

Do you believe that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and a warm smile?

Are you the kind of person who naturally puts the wellbeing of others first? If so, you might be the perfect fit for our team

Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care in line with individual’s Support plans.
• Support mobility and transfers safely, using appropriate equipment where required.
• Promote independence, dignity and choice.
• Provide companionship and emotional support, fostering meaningful relationships with residents.
• Encourage engagement in recreational and social activities to enhance resident’s wellbeing.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring dietary needs and preferences are met.
• Following health and safety principles and risk assessments.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and the wider care team.
• Document care provided and report any changes in resident’s health or wellbeing to senior staff.

Requirements:

• UK Care experience
• Valid Right to Work in the UK
• CV covering 10 years work history
• PVG Update required through ASA
• Registration with the SSSC
• Compassionate and empathetic nature, with a genuine desire to help others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Reliable and responsible with a strong work ethic

Benefits:

• £13.00ph rising after 12 weeks, paid weekly
• Access to our bespoke online diary system that allows you to take control of your availability.
• Temporary, Flexible and potential on going working opportunities
• Refer a friend and £250 (Love2Vouchers) after qualifying period
• Holiday hours accrued for the shifts you work.
• Enrolment into pension scheme

Ready to make a difference? If you’re interested in joining us as a Care Assistant, please submit your up to date CV, and we’ll be in touch soon?

ASA Recruitment is one of Scotland’s largest independent multi-sector recruitment agencies. We specialise in providing effective tailored solutions for permanent, contract and temporary employment requirements for our Clients and Candidates. We are members of the REC and are ISO certified.

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