Care Assistant

Care Assistant

Care and Support - Templeton House Care Home

Contract : Full Time

Salary : £12.70 Per Hour

Shift Type : Days

Contracted hours : 38.5 hours

Templeton House Care Home in Ayr offers exceptional care for up to 69 residents in a picturesque and peaceful setting. Designed to feel like a true home, the environment combines warmth and comfort with modern amenities such as a cinema room and on-site hair salon. With a superb carehome.co.uk rating of 9.9 and Care Inspectorate grades of 5, 4, 4, 5, and 5, we are proud to provide compassionate, high-quality care that supports dignity and wellbeing.

At our home, you’ll be a key person responsible in helping us achieve an excellent standard of care to our residents You’ll be an integral part of our care team to promote the values and ethos of our home.

As a Care Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in our close-knit care team, ensuring our residents receive exceptional care and support. You’ll help them with their daily routines, promote independence, and ensure their overall health and happiness are prioritized every day.

What we offer :

• £12.70 per hour
• Contracted to 38.5 hours per week
• Pension
• Onsite Parking
• Paid PVG
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)
• Overtime incentive
• Monthly employee awards

What You’ll Do :

Empower Independence : Assist residents with their daily routines, from getting dressed to staying active, while encouraging them to make positive choices and remain as independent as possible.

Personalized Care : Follow and support each resident’s personalized care plan, providing hands-on help and thoughtful attention to their individual needs.

Health and Wellbeing : Keep a close eye on residents’ health, communicating any concerns to the Nurse or Clinical Deputy Manager, and helping with calls to relatives or healthcare professionals.

Champion Dignity : Uphold the dignity and respect of each resident, ensuring they feel valued and cared for in every interaction.

Social Support : Encourage social interactions among residents and with staff, creating a warm and welcoming environment.

Safety and Comfort : Work with housekeepers to maintain clean, safe, and comfortable living spaces, and respond quickly to emergencies or call bells.

Nutritional Support : Assist residents who need extra help with eating and drinking, ensuring their nutritional needs are met.

Spread Smiles : Above all, bring joy to our residents’ lives and make them smile every day.

About You

About us :

You’ll be joining a values-led care home that’s part of the Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 100 care homes across the UK. We’re expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to our residents. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do :

Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity

These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

If you’re ready to bring your dedication and passion for care to a role where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your CV to our recruitment team and take the next step in your rewarding career as a Care Assistant.