26 HOURS CARE ASSISTANT
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking to appoint a 26 hour Care Assistant to join our existing team.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate and deliver person centred care with kindness, thoughtfulness and respect at all times.
As a Care Assistant your duties and responsibilities will include:
Providing the highest level of person centred care to all our residents.
Assist residents with all aspects their personal care whilst promoting / maintaining their independence, rights, dignity and choices.
Participate in training and staff meetings.
Delivery of end of life care in a sensitive and respectful manner at all times.
Maintain confidentiality at all times.
Have a good understanding of the Health and Social Care Act 2008.
The ideal Candidates will have the following skills and experiences:
Compassion & Empathy.
An ability to remain calm and professional when under pressure.
A positive attitude and a flexible approach (willingness to work a variety of shifts)
Flexibility and excellent communication skills with individuals from all walks of life.
Hold an SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care.
Have a minimum of one years experience in supporting older people in a care setting.
Horizon Healthcare Ltd is committed to providing on-going training and development for all our employees to continually develop their skills, knowledge and experience. Successful candidates will undergo a comprehensive induction and attend relevant courses.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £11.13 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lockerbie, DG11 2EJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 26 hours Care Assistant
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 26 HOURS CARE ASSISTANT roles across Horizon healthcare ltd, Dryfemount Residential Care 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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