Care Assistant

Job Details

Fife Council is seeking enthusiastic and committed Care Assistants to join its Adult Services (Resources) team.

You will provide care and support to adults with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and/or mental health needs, supporting them to live as independently as possible in their own homes or supported accommodation.

The role involves both team working and lone working, delivering high-quality, person-centred care in line with Health and Social Care Standards.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver personal care, including assistance with daily living activities

Support individuals to develop independent living skills

Promote social inclusion and community participation

Assist with mobility and moving & handling tasks (including wheelchairs)

Support with household tasks, shopping, and appointments

Contribute to care plans and maintain accurate records

Work flexibly across services based on service user need

The role also requires working unsocial hours including public holidays where necessary.

What We Offer

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Generous annual leave (33 days rising to 38 after 5 years)

Full induction and mandatory training

Employee benefits and discounts scheme

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

The Person

To be successful in this role, you will:

Demonstrate a genuine interest in supporting vulnerable adults

Have strong communication and interpersonal skills

Be able to work independently and within a team

Show flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic care environment

You will be supported to achieve the qualifications required for practice, including the Social Services and Healthcare SCQF Level 6 (SVQ2) or an equivalent award, within your initial registration period to meet Scottish Social Services Council requirements.

Before confirming to your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.

As this role requires SSSC registration, you will have three months to apply for registration.

If appointed, you must start your application as soon as possible, so you're registered within the required six months.

More details are included in the role profile.