Care Assistant
| Posting date: | 12 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | £12.2 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 May 2024 |
| Location: | AB24 4HX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Sterling Cross Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DW/AB/11708/1-9137 |
Summary
A luxury care home in northern Aberdeen is now looking for a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) with some elderly care experience to join the team in a Care Assistant role.
Right by the banks of the River Don, this care home was purpose-built to provide nursing, dementia and respite care that puts the person first. Residents are offered a deluxe and comfortable home that has research-based, memory-friendly techniques built in – making it easy to enjoy delicious restaurant-style dining, beautiful gardens, cosy private and social spaces, and a packed entertainment programme.
As a Care Assistant, you will assist with the residents’ needs and provide direct support and companionship, helping to maintain a homey and comfortable environment for the residents. Specific opportunities include:
• Night Care Assistant - £12.20 per hour, 34.5 hours per week. Night shifts only.
• Bank Care Assistant - £12.20 per hour. You’ll have the option to pick up shifts ad hoc when it best suits you.
Permanent roles come with a £500 sign-on bonus* as awarm welcome to the team, and you can take advantage of further learning and development opportunities down the line (including progression to Team Leader and Deputy Manager positions). With one of the sector’s best employee packages on offer, you’ll be well-set for a fulfilling and rewarding career in care.
Person specification:
• (Essential) Some previous experience as a Care Assistant in an elderly care setting
• (Essential) A compassionate approach and an interest in helping vulnerable people
• (Essential) Willingness to help with personal care tasks
• (Desirable) A Level 2 or 3 (SCQF Level 6 or 7) qualification in a health / social care subject
Extras (permanent and bank roles):
• Free on-site parking
• Free uniform provided
Benefits package (permanent roles):
• £500 sign-on bonus* (*T&Cs apply)
• Company pension scheme
• Extensive range of holiday, retail, and leisure discounts
• Free learning & development opportunities
• Unlimited access to Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Health & wellbeing support
• Recognition and reward schemes
• Monthly staff lottery offering cash prizes
• And more!