Care Assistant

Care Assistant

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is recruiting caring, reliable and compassionate people to join our team. As a Care Assistant, you’ll support customers in their own homes, helping them live independently, safely and with dignity. Whether you’re experienced or completely new to care, we’ll support you to succeed.

⭐ What you’ll do

You’ll provide high‑quality care and support, including:

• Helping customers get up, go to bed, wash, bathe, dress and use the toilet
• Supporting mobility, physical disabilities, incontinence care and use of personal aids
• Providing comfort and practical support to customers who are unwell or receiving end‑of‑life care
• Encouraging wellbeing through conversation, hobbies, outings and meaningful activities
• Light household tasks such as making beds, tidying, laundry and emptying commodes
• Preparing and serving light meals, setting trays and washing up
• Recording clear care notes and contributing to customer reviews
• Reporting any changes in a customer’s health or circumstances
• Promoting independence at every opportunity

Pay & benefits

This package is designed to keep you competitive in the Edinburgh market and to show that we value our team:

• £13 – £15 per hour (enhanced rates for evenings/weekends)
• 35p–45p per mile mileage reimbursement
• Paid induction and training
• Paid ongoing development and regular supervision
• Fully funded SVQ qualifications
• Free uniform & PPE
• Holiday pay & pension
• Blue Light Card for national discounts
• Supportive local management team
• Clear career progression (Senior Carer, Field Care Supervisor, etc.)
• Paid travel time

Who we’re looking for

You don’t need previous care experience — just the right values.

We’re looking for people who are:

• Self‑motivated and well‑organised
• Caring, patient and sensitive to others
• Able to use their own initiative
• Good communicators
• Flexible and committed to high‑quality care

A driving licence and access to a vehicle are preferred.

Apply today

If you want a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join the [Employer hidden] team.