We care, the way you care. Please read the following details carefully before applying.
Randolph Hill are looking for an outstanding person to join us as a Care Assistant at either Kirk Lane in Livingston or Holmesview in Broxburn. Permanent full‑time or part‑time or bank posts are available.
Pay & Benefits
* Excellent rate of pay – £14.32 – £19.86 per hour (Living Wage)
* Optional overtime paid at time + 33% (£19.05 – £26.41 per hour)
* Permanent full‑time / part‑time or staff bank opportunities available
* Enhanced sick pay covering up to 28 weeks
* Fully funded stakeholder pension scheme
* Up to 33 days annual leave entitlement
* Long service holidays and awards
* Free parking on site
* Staff retail and leisure discounts through our benefits hub
* Rolling programme of mandatory training
* Structured career development opportunities up to Team Leader level
* Friendly, stable and supportive management and head office team
* "Recommend a Friend" scheme – £1,000 for Nurses / £500 for Care Assistants
* Positive reputation of our nursing homes with lower staff turnover than the sector average
* Well‑run nursing homes with positive care inspection grades across our homes
* More flexible working patterns can be achieved, if required, working on our separate staff bank team
Main Responsibilities
* Promote the highest standards of care within the nursing home
* Uphold residents' rights to privacy, dignity and choice
* Provide a safe and healthy environment for residents, staff and visitors
* Adhere to SSSC Code of Conduct
* Set a good example at all times in respect of dress, manner, hygiene and behaviour
* Report any injuries, disease or dangerous practice to all relevant personnel
* Maintain correctly written records as required by the company and statutory bodies
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
* Minimum of 1 year care experience in an elderly care setting (nursing home, hospital or community based). Student nurses are welcome to apply.
* Applicants without experience may be considered if they have good reasons for wanting to work in care and if the skill mix allows.
* For Principal Carer posting, SVQ 3 is essential along with team leadership experience in a care environment.
* Experience working with elderly people and knowledge of dementia, delivering clinical support in this area.
* Time‑management, prioritisation of workload for self and team.
* Ability to problem‑solve and manage a diverse range of situations effectively within a nursing home setting.
* Strong oral and written communication skills, especially report writing.
* Ability to deal with a variety of issues and respond appropriately.
All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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