Care Assistant Midlothian area (Not UK job sponsor) July 2026

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care tailored to each person’s individual needs
• Assist with personal care (e.g. bathing, dressing, grooming)
• Help with meal prepping, preparation and nutrition
• Support with medication, prescriptions and safe disposal
• Carry out light housework like tidying, laundry and general cleaning
• Be a dependable, friendly, familiar face for all the customers you care for

Requirements

• A full UK driving licence 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 a necessity as full training will be provided

Benefits

• £13.51 / hr weekdays, £14.73 / hr weekends, £27.02 / hr bank hols
• Paid travel time 40p / mile travel
• Variable hours permanent contract
• Alternating weekends off
• Full induction and ongoing expert training
• 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 per year holiday (*pro rata for part time employees)

Pay

£13.51 - £27.02 per hour

Schedule

Variable hours permanent contract with alternating weekends off