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Care Assistant (Days)

Southlanarkshirejobs
CompanySouthlanarkshirejobs
CategoryOperations & Admin
LocationSouth Lanarkshire
Remote
EmploymentNot stated
LevelNot stated
SalaryNot stated by the employer
First seen3 Aug 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date)
Last verified10 Aug 2026
SourceThe employer's own careers page (company_site)
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Description
Job Specifics • Reference No: LO384 • Location: Cambuslang • Hours: Full Time (34.5 hours) • Salary: £13.45 • Closing Date: Friday 14th August 2026 • Why should you apply for this role: Competitive Salary & Benefits Job Overview Dedicated and passionate carers are at the forefront in providing valued care to our residents. Are you a naturally caring person who can show compassion, dignity and respect and looking for a rewarding career? Apply today! What do you get in return for your compassion and commitment? Here’s what we offer to support your wellbeing and development: • Early access to a portion of your earnings with Stream • Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme, with 24/7 support via the Wisdom app and helpline– access health checks, wellbeing tools, legal advice, and much more. • Free confidential counselling sessions – up to 6 Structured counselling sessions via phone, online or face-to-face. • Bright Exchange, available through the Wisdom app – unlock exclusive deals and discounts on a wide range of products and services. • Exclusive high street discounts through the Blue Light Card. • Free mortgage consultation with McCuster Mortgage Solutions. • Comprehensive induction and ongoing training to support your confidence and success – including paid shadowing and training to help you feel ready and supported from day one. • 28 days’ holiday (pro rata) – so you can rest and recharge. • Clear opportunities to grow, with real career progression routes to help you reach your full potential. • Benefits are non-contractual and may be amended or withdrawn at any time. Main Duties & Responsibilities Key Tasks • Maintaining a welcoming manner when service users are on admission to the home and assist them to settle in. • Providing support with daily tasks, enabling our residents to live their best lives. • Ensuring that resident needs and wishes are met. • Providing companionship by simply talking and listening to residents and understanding their likes and dislikes. • Encouraging residents to join in on organised activities and providing meaningful moments, with the assistance of team members. • Working with residents in the provision of personal care. • Assisting residents with eating and drinking, ensuring they are encouraged to eat a healthy, balanced diet. • Completing all food and fluid charts and any other daily monitoring records as requested. • Supporting infection control e.g., cleaning up spills immediately, promoting hand hygiene practices, ensuring the proper use of PPE, and adhering to infection control polices and procedures. • Ensuring the appropriate segregation of waste material. • Responding promptly to the Nurse Call System. • Reporting any concerns, accidents, or unexplained injuries immediately to the nurse in charge. • Accurately recording and reporting essential information in the residents’ daily report and care plan. • Being respectful towards resident’s possessions and ensure that bedrooms and communal areas are tidy and presentable, • Respecting the dignity and privacy of residents. • Keeping all information about residents and the home life secure and confidential, including when you are using social media. • Working with other health and social care professionals to provide holistic care. • Undertaking any other duties as and when required. Employer Expectations Skills/Knowledge/Experience • Naturally caring. • Compassionate. • Pleasant & Friendly manner. Qualifications/Tickets/Licences Required • This post is subject to a PVG and 2 satisfactory references