Northcare Suites in Edinburgh is seeking dedicated Care Assistants to join its compassionate and professional care team. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting others and providing exceptional levels of care within a welcoming environment.
The employer offers comprehensive free training, beginning with an induction programme followed by ongoing professional development opportunities to help staff build a long-term career in health and social care.
While previous experience in a care setting is desirable, it is not essential. Applicants with a caring nature, strong interpersonal skills, and a genuine desire to make a difference are encouraged to apply.
Northcare Suites values dedication, empathy, and commitment to excellence in care. This role offers the chance to work for a reputable provider that prioritises both resident wellbeing and staff growth.
Position: Care Assistant
Salary: £13.25
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Edinburgh
Full job description
Northcare (Scotland) Ltd, is a leading provider of nursing care homes in Scotland for over 30 years. Being a family run business the main priority is to maintain a high standard of care and services that improves the quality of life and well-being of our clients.
We are now looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Care Workers for our Northcare Suites Care Home, located in Edinburgh. At Northcare, you are more than a care worker. You are a valued member of our longstanding team that makes the world of difference to the lives of the individuals we care for.
Benefits include:
- Excellent pay: 13.25
- Flexibility: Shift pattern: 8am to 9pm – alternate weekends
- We have excellent full-time posts
- Rewards: Refer a Friend’ scheme with rewards
- Free initial uniform supplied at no cost: PVG, Name Badge & 2 Sets or Uniform paid for
- Free Training: your initial induction program will be followed by a number of ongoing professional development opportunities
- Pension plan options
- Free onsite parking
- Experience: Experience preferred but not essential
- Immediate start available (subject to PVG check and references)
The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK
If you are invited to attend an interview, we will discuss your availability; however, you should be able to work at our peak times throughout the day and at weekends.
Key Responsibilities:
The care home is known for its warm, homely, non-institutional atmosphere and uncompromising standards of care. We have an open, friendly team, with a cheerful “can do” team spirit.
- To look after the emotional, cultural and social needs of the Clients using a person-centered approach
- To physically assist clients and help them where required
- To offer care that is based on dignity, compassion, wellbeing and responsiveness to their changing needs
- To create and maintain good professional relationships with Clients, their family and friends and other stakeholders
- To actively support other Care Workers
Please note this job may also be known as ‘Care Assistant – Night, Night Support Worker, Night Care Worker, Healthcare Assistant (Nightshift)’.
Application Process
Application Deadline
Open until filled