Care Assistant or Senior Carer (Bank Staff)

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Per hour
Location: Perth
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Job offered by: The Kincarrathie Trust
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The myjobscotland support desk will be closed over the festive period from 5pm 23/12/24 until 9am 03/01/25. We will get back to you as quickly as possible when the support desk reopens. Ref no:

407526 Published:

31/12/2024 Closes:

18/01/2025 Location:

The Kincarrathie Trust, Kincarrathie House Care Home, PH2 7HX Rate:

£13.39 to £14.47 per hour Contract Type:

Supply/Casual/Relief Position Type:

Supply/Casual/Relief If you are passionate about care, we are an employer that will match your commitment with a highly attractive reward package and a great working environment. The Kincarrathie Trust is a non-profit making charitable trust which means that all income generated is invested back into Kincarrathie House Care Home and our Staff. Job Summary

You will be part of a team that provides person-centred high standard of care to help residents retain personal dignity and individuality. Duties involve assisting residents in all aspects of daily living which includes helping residents who need assistance with washing, dressing and undressing. For residents who have limited mobility, making the best use of aids provided and assisting in the promotion of continence. Maintaining daily electronic records is an important aspect of the role. You will have a genuine interest in working within a caring environment, possess good communication skills and be a good team player. You will hold an SVQ2 or above qualification. A clear security check from PVG Scotland and two satisfactory references are essential. Working Patterns

We are currently looking for Bank Staff to replace long serving colleagues that have now retired or are approaching completion of their Nursing Qualification and will be moving on. Please indicate your preference or availability on application and indication of available hours: Shifts

Day Shift:

8am to 8pm (Half shift of 6 hours also available) Night Shift:

8pm to 8am (Half shift of 6 hours also available) Care Assistant rate:

£13.39 per hour Senior Carer rate:

£14.47 per hour Responsibilities & Duties include:

Report on residents’ general condition & wellbeing. Maintain electronic records & care plans for each individual resident. (Training provided) Assist residents in maintaining personal hygiene & dressing/undressing. Provide care for all residents through the delivery of individual planned care programmes. Assist residents with limited mobility making the best use of aids provided. Assist with engagement of residents in our social activities calendar and helping & encouraging continuity of hobbies and daily exercise. Assist residents to bed when they choose to retire. Effectively communicate with residents. Respond to the residents call system, giving assistance as required. Follow approved hand-over procedures at the start/end of each duty session. Attend/participate in training sessions (including online training) as required. Qualifications & Skills

SVQ2 qualification or above A genuine interest in working within a caring environment. Good team player. Previous experience in working with older people is preferred. Additional Benefits: Hourly rate from £13.39, depending on qualification and experience Home cooked meals whilst on duty Ongoing training and development which opens opportunities for career advancement. Polo shirt tops are provided which helps to create a relaxed and welcoming environment. There is a bus stop at our front entrance and free on-site parking. Kincarrathie provides a first-class working environment. Surveys from Residents, Families and Health Care Professionals are always highly complimentary. Maintaining a good ratio of staff to residents is important to us. If you can see yourself working for an independent, well-managed care home that places a high value on staff, we would love to hear from you. CV and covering letter to:

nicolamaccallum@kincarrathiehouse.org (please state hours required) The application page will open in a new window.

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