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Randolph Hill is looking for an outstanding person to join us as a Care Assistant at either Ashley Court in Morningside or Blenham House in Sighthill. Permanent full‑time, part‑time, or bank posts are available.
Market Leading Rates of Pay – from £14.32 to £19.86 per hour, with overtime at time plus 33%, and career development potential.
Company Benefits
* Excellent rate of pay – £14.32 – £19.86 per hour (accredited Living Wage employer)
* Optional overtime paid at time + 33% (£19.05–£26.41 per hour)
* Permanent full‑time, part‑time, or bank opportunities
* 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 – £1000 for Nurses, £500 for Care Assistants
* Positive reputation, lower staff turnover than sector average
* Well‑run facilities with positive care inspection grades
* More flexible working patterns can be achieved, if required, through 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 the 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 any care of the elderly setting (nursing home, hospital or community based). We are also keen to hear from student nurses.
* From time to time we may consider people without experience if they have good reasons for working within the care sector and depending on the skill mix within the home at that time.
* For the Principal Carer post an SVQ 3 is essential along with team leadership experience in a care environment.
* Experience of working with elderly people and knowledge of dementia, delivering clinical support in this area.
* Time management and prioritisation of workload for self and the greater 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.
* Being able to deal with a variety of issues and respond appropriately.
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