Care Assistant East Lothian area (Not UK job sponsor) July 2026

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care tailored to each person’s individual needs
• Aid with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Support with meal prep, preparation, and nutritional assistance
• Manage medication, prescriptions, and ensure safe disposal
• Perform light housekeeping duties including tidying, laundry, and cleaning
• Be a reliable, friendly, and familiar presence for the customers you care for

Benefits

• Hourly rates of £13.51 (weekdays), £14.73 (weekends), and £27.02 (bank holidays)
• Paid travel time with 40p/mile reimbursement
• Variable hours permanent contract
• Alternating weekends off
• Full induction and ongoing expert training
• Flexible shift patterns
• Uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
• Regular support and ongoing career development
• A friendly, inclusive team with 24/7 support
• Workplace pension
• 28 days of annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time employees)

Requirements

• A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle
• A kind, compassionate attitude and a calm approach to care
• Great communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• The ability to follow care plans
• Previous care experience is beneficial but not required, as full training will be provided

Qualifications

*A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle*

Skills

A kind, compassionate attitude and a calm approach to care
Great communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
The ability to follow care plans

Benefits

• Flexible shift patterns
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Regular support and ongoing career development
• A friendly, inclusive team with 24/7 support
• Workplace pension
• 28 days of annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time employees)

Pay

£13.51 / hr weekdays, £14.73 / hr weekends, £27.02 / hr bank holidays

Schedule

Variable hours permanent contract with alternating weekends off