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Care Assistant

Home Instead

Care Assistant

£26000

Home Instead , Leuchars, Fife

  • Part time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 19 Sep | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: b76e7b0180ea4f849767594b502fda01

Full Job Description

We are looking for people with kind, compassionate hearts who want to make a true difference to the quality of life for our clients to join our team in East Fife.

As a Care professional, you will provide a variety of Care and Companionship to help keep clients independent in their own home., Being a Care Professional is an essential role supporting older people to live well at home instead of being in a care home.

With the support of our team and industry leading training, you can feel fully equipped to deliver the high-quality care Home Instead has become known for.

Here's what it would involve :

  • Minimum 1-hour visits

  • Introductions to all new clients

  • Visiting the same Clients for continuity of care and to allow you to build up a meaningful relationship

  • Companionship - ensuring a client enjoys regular and meaningful social interaction is an important part of your visit

  • Help with everyday tasks such as; meal preparation and light housework

  • Accompanying to appointments or shopping

  • Personal Care - Supporting our clients with the essentials such as bathing, showering, dressing and grooming to keep them healthy and independent.

    You do not need any experience or particular qualifications to become a Care Assistant as full training is given. However, it would be useful to have some experience of working in a care setting or interacting with older people.


    • This could be personal experience of caring for a family member or voluntary experience.

    You will have a passion for supporting others and pride yourself on delivering an outstanding service. You will be reliable, trustworthy and respectful.

    Also a sense of humour certainly helps.

    You will enjoy building professional friendships and comfortable in spending time in the company of others.

  • Full induction programme where we provide award winning training, plus other opportunities to develop your career.

  • Excellent rates of pay £12.50 per hour

  • Mileage Contribution.

  • Rewards scheme and employee support lines.

  • Refer a friend scheme.

  • Care Professional social events

  • Exclusive discounts supermarkets, high street stores and more.