Fraser Home Care is expanding its team of Community Care Assistants, offering competitive hourly rates from £12.50 to £13.55 per hour. Do you already work in the care sector or are you interested in starting a fulfilling career in social care and earning a relevant qualification without attending college? Our company, an approved SVQ centre, can assist, guide, and mentor you through your award, providing the foundation and qualifications for a rewarding career in the social care sector. This is a career where you can make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable people in your local community.Opportunities are available across the following shift patterns:
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Part time mornings on rotation 7am to 2pmPart time evenings on rotation 4pm to 10pmFull time on rotation 7am to 10pm with a 2 hour break between 2pm and 4pmWeekends - hours available between 7am and 10pmBank/ReliefTeam LeadRotation -Week 1 - Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.Week 2 - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.About the role:
We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team providing holistic personal care. By adopting a person-centred approach, we assist, enable, and support the overall wellbeing of vulnerable community members, helping them maintain their dignity and independence. Our care services are delivered in clients’ homes across the Inverness areas of Smithton, Culloden, Balloch, Cradlehall, and Westhill.Responsibilities may include meal preparation, medication assistance, personal care .No prior experience in care is required, as we offer comprehensive training and ongoing support. We are looking for empathetic and compassionate individuals who are eager to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable people and possess a proactive attitude.Essential requirements:
Valid driving licenceAccess to your own car for work purposesCar insurance that includes business useBenefits of joining our Team:
Guaranteed hoursPermanent contractEmployer's pension contribution.28 days of paid annual leave, inclusive of bank holidaysPaid PVG checkPaid mileage at 45p per mileUse of manual transmission company cars on certain runs (over 21)Comprehensive training and free learning and development opportunitiesPayment for completed induction trainingShadow shifts provided and paid at the full hourly rateFully supported role with our on-call/office team available between 6am-10pmFree uniform/PPEUnlimited use of the Refer a Friend Scheme (up to £200 per referral)Blue Light Card (offering a range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts)In house support, guidance and mentoring for Social Service and Health Care SVQ2, with no requirement to attend college;
the entire qualification can be completed with us.