Nightshift Care Assistant

Meallmore Ltd.; Ellon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted care provider in Scotland is seeking a Nightshift Care Assistant to ensure high-quality care for residents. You will assist with daily activities, promote independence, and monitor health conditions in a fulfilling environment. Ideal candidates are compassionate, with strong communication skills and at least SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care. A competitive salary and flexible hours are offered, alongside a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible hours

Career development pathway

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Patience and empathy for challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with washing, dressing, and mealtimes.
• Promote residents' independence and well-being.
• Monitor residents' health and liaise with relatives.
• Support residents in social activities and personal interests.

Skills

Caring nature

Communication skills

Time management

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Nightshift Care Assistant

Set in picturesque Ellon, Auchtercrag House is a homely, vibrant care setting where personalised care and genuine support are at the heart of what we do. At Meallmore, Scotland's most trusted care provider, we deliver excellent care in great places to live and work. Join our team in bringing compassion and warmth to each resident, making every day special.

A little bit about us

As a Care Assistant with Meallmore you’ll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You’ll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship – and sharing great moments and memories too. It’s a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that’s as varied as it is rewarding.

The type of support that you would be providing is no different to what would reasonably be given by a member of the person’s family.

Salary: £12.60 - £12.82 per hour (depending on experience)

Hours: 36 hours per week, nights

Competitive benefits + overtime rates

Your role and responsibilities

• Ensuring the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting residents, with washing, dressing, mealtimes and all other aspects of daily living.
• Promoting residents' independence and well-being.
• Monitoring residents' health conditions, liaising with relatives and colleagues.
• Supporting residents in physical and social activities, getting to know their interests, and needs so they can lead their best life possible, by understanding what means most to them as an individual.

What we are looking for

• You’ll need to have a naturally caring and kind nature.
• Have excellent communication and time management skills.
• Patience and empathy when dealing with challenging situations.
• The ability to work well on your own or as part of a team.

Ideally you will have an SVQ level 2 or above/equivalent in Health and Social Care, but don’t worry if you don’t, we will fully fund and support you to achieve this.

What’s in it for you?

Our focus is you and your ongoing development. We have a Care Team career pathway to support you to reach your potential, all the way to Care Home Manager if that is your goal.

Working a fulltime job and juggling life is difficult, we know, with us you achieve a fulltime wage with 3 or 4 days off each week. But if that still doesn’t suit let us know, we can be flexible and will do our best to accommodate.

We believe in creating a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment where both residents and colleagues feel valued and supported. Join us and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. If you are interested, please click apply and our friendly recruitment team will be in touch.

Please note that all job offers are subject to satisfactory references, Disclosure Scotland Scheme Membership (PVG) and being registered with the Scottish Social Services Council.