At a Glance
- Tasks: Make a meaningful difference in residents' lives through compassionate care and support.
- Company: Buchanan Lodge Care Home, part of a family-owned care provider with strong values.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, full training, pension, uniform, and generous annual leave.
- Other info: Open to all experience levels, with ongoing development opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and create a warm environment where relationships matter.
- Qualifications: Caring attitude, good communication skills, and willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 13.6 - 13.6 £ per hour.
Buchanan Lodge Care Home, located in the quiet, leafy suburb of Bearsden in North Glasgow, is a thoughtfully converted former convent offering Residential, Nursing, Respite, and Dementia care for 38 residents. Here, we blend the building's historic charm with modern comforts to create a warm and supportive environment.
As a Care Assistant, you will make a meaningful difference in our residents' lives every day. This role is central to delivering high quality, person centred care that supports dignity, independence and overall wellbeing. You will support individuals with daily living including personal care, mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing, helping them feel comfortable, respected and valued. By following care plans and recognising changes in condition, you will contribute to safe, responsive and consistent care. Working as part of a supportive team, you will help create a warm and positive environment where relationships matter and people feel truly cared for. This opportunity is open to both experienced carers and those new to care, with full training, guidance and ongoing development provided to support your journey.
What We Are Looking For:
- A caring, compassionate and respectful approach
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- A reliable and positive attitude
- Willingness to learn and develop
- Previous experience is beneficial but not essential
- SVQ Level 2 is desirable or willingness to work towards
Buchanan Lodge Care Home is part of Belsize Healthcare, a division of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to creating safe, welcoming care homes for our residents and developing supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and thrive. Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.
Care Assistant employer: Belsize Healthcare
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