AddressCare Assistant
Erskine Home, Bishopton
Various hours (23, 34.5, 37.5) per week, Internal Rotation
Grade 2 Salary £23,353 - £24,225 per annum pro rata
Permanent, Full-Time/Part-Time roles
Closing Date: Sunday 17th March 2024
Working for Erskine:
“ERSKINE is an iconic Scottish charity, formed in 1916 by Scotland’s compassionate response to the horrors of war. A century later, we still believe that Veterans and their families deserve our utmost respect and compassion, for the sacrifices they made and the challenges they now face. At Erskine, we work as a dedicated team to ensure that Veterans of all ages are cared for to the highest of standards in a beautiful, fun-filled environment, made up of two care homes and a Veterans Village of cottages, activities centre and apartments.
Working in social care can be demanding. However, at Erskine it will also be rewarding and fulfilling. You will be making an incredible difference to the lives of our residents and their loved ones, at a critical time. We value skills and qualifications, but we prize kindness and compassion, above all. Our team is crucial to providing the best care possible, so we recognise and reward our employees with benefits including employer pension contribution, fantastic career opportunities, and enhanced annual leave.
If you are kind and committed, then you do have what it takes to be part of the team here at Erskine! The ultimate aim is exceptional care and support to our ex-service community and everyone in every role, in every department plays their part.”
The Role:
In your role as a Care Assistant you will work under the supervision of senior care staff and Registered Nurses to provide excellent standards of care to residents. You will work closely with colleagues to deliver the best care for residents, encouraging independence and personal choice and helping to provide an environment which is conducive to residents with varied and complex needs. Erskine is keen to recruit people who are committed to the care of older people, including those with dementia.
SVQ II in Health and Social Care or SVQ Social Service and Healthcare SCQF Level 6 is preferable but not essential; however, you will be required to achieve this qualification. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that they are a member of the Scottish Social Services Council within 6 months of joining Erskine.
Benefits:
- Successful candidates for this post will receive a welcome bonus of £500 (pro rata for part time) paid in instalments - £250 after 3 months service and a further £250 after 6 months service
- 28 days annual leave plus 5 public holidays, increasing to 33 days per year, at the rate of 1 additional day for 5 years
- Employer pension contribution
- Free payment of Disclosure Scotland Application
- Free payment of professional fees
- Uniform Provided
- Structured Induction programme
- Flexible working considered
- Fantastic progression opportunities with development, training and ongoing support
- Enhanced sick & maternity pay
- On site Occupational Health Service
- Access to credit union
- Work in modern, purpose-built facilities
- Free On-Site Parking
- Health and Wellbeing Scheme – e.g. complimentary fresh fruit, yoga classes and Cycle to Work scheme
- Access to Employee Reward Scheme which provides a huge range of discounts on everything from holidays to high street shopping, restaurants and cinema tickets.
Please note:
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Erskine are unable to provide sponsorship. If you are selected for interview, you will receive an invite by email (please ensure you check your spam / junk mailbox).
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure Scotland Check. Where a candidate has resided in the UK for less than five years and lived / remained in a country for six months or more, in addition to a Disclosure/PVG, they will be asked to provide a criminal records certificate from an appropriate government or police agency within that country.
Please apply online at erskine.org.uk/careers. If you require the application in another format please contact the HR Department on 0800 085 7191. Erskine are an Equal Opportunities Employer
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £23,353.53-£24,225.29 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Supplemental pay types:
- Loyalty bonus
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 17/03/2024
Reference ID: EH/CA/170324
