Care Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are seeking a kind and caring individual who is either looking to begin or continue their career in Social Care. Join us as we make a difference to the lives of our residents.
Your main role as a Care Assistant is to ensure the highest level of person-centred care. You will assist our residents in all aspects of their care needs whilst maintaining their comfort and dignity and promoting their independence.
Having your SVQ2 and previous experience is preferred but not essential as training will be given.
The successful applicant will require flexibility within their working schedule as they will be required to work a mixture of shifts 8am - 4pm, 12pm- 8pm and 2pm -10pm. This position also includes alternative weekends.
Due to the nature of the care provided we can only accept applications from Female only candidates
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £10.80-£11.15 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Application question(s):
- Are you based within the Edinburgh Area?
- Do you have your SVQ2 in Health and Social Care or are willing to work towards this
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 21/03/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Care Assistant roles across Southpark Retirement Home's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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