At a Glance
- Tasks: Support vulnerable residents with personal care and enhance their emotional wellbeing.
- Company: Join a caring team dedicated to making a difference in Edinburgh's communities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent training, career progression, and generous staff benefits.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in people's lives while developing valuable skills.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; just bring compassion, patience, and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 26806 - 27032 £ per year.
Social care is a challenging and rewarding career. Our care staff work with some of Edinburgh’s most vulnerable residents. Working in Adult Social Care is a way to make a real difference to the lives of adults and it is extremely rewarding. Care workers help people to live independent, full and valued lives. They will also help maintain their dignity while helping with personal care such as bathing, dressing, meals and medication.
You don’t need previous experience in Adult Social Care to apply for the role of Social Care Assistant. Whether your employment background is in retail, tourism, manufacturing or any other industry and you fancy a career change, all you need are the right values. If you treat others with respect, listen to their needs, show compassion, understanding, patience, empathy, commitment and kindness, and are keen to learn, that’s a great start – we want to meet you. We will help you to develop your skills as you become a registered carer. If you are career minded, opportunities are available for career progression. We will support you to gain formal qualifications (SVQs) which show you have the skills and knowledge to make a difference in the sector.
Responsibilities
- Help residents maintain independence and dignity in daily personal care tasks.
- Assist with bathing, dressing, meals and medication administration.
- Provide support for residents’ emotional and social wellbeing.
- Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Maintain accurate records and report any changes in residents’ condition.
Qualifications & Skills
- No prior adult social care experience required.
- Demonstrated compassion, patience, empathy, commitment and respect.
- Ability to learn new skills and adapt to changing work cases.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Benefits
- Salary: £26,806 - £27,032 (pro rated for part time)
- Hours: up to 36 per week
- Excellent training and career progression opportunities.
- Good rates of pay, generous pension scheme, holiday entitlement and staff benefits.
Employment Conditions
- Regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.
- The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo an update check.
- A continuous period of 3 months or more outside the UK in the last 5 years requires an Overseas Criminal Record Check.
- Offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment checks.
Equalities and Diversity
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, from minority ethnic groups, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Social Care Assistant (Nights) - Care Homes Citywide employer: The City of Edinburgh Council
As a Social Care Assistant with us, you will join a compassionate and dedicated team in Edinburgh, making a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable adults. We offer excellent training and career progression opportunities, alongside a supportive work culture that values respect, empathy, and inclusivity. With competitive pay, a generous pension scheme, and a commitment to your professional development, this role is not just a job; it's a chance to build a rewarding career in social care.
Contact Details:
The City of Edinburgh Council Recruitment Team
