Relief Care Assistant (Day & Night Shifts) - Careers

Location: Rosturk House, Cupar

Contract Type: Relief / Bank Staff

About The Role

We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Relief Care Assistants to join our care team, providing high-quality care and support to elderly residents within a residential care setting. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about improving the lives of older people and are committed to delivering person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, choice, and wellbeing.

Please note: This is a relief position with no guaranteed weekly hours. Work is offered on a flexible, as-required basis.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support tailored to individual resident needs.
• Assist residents with mobility, nutrition, hydration, and daily living activities.
• Support residents' physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing.
• Promote residents' dignity, privacy, independence, and individual rights at all times.
• Encourage and support participation in meaningful recreational and social activities.
• Assist with dietary requirements and record food and fluid intake where required.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing and report any concerns to senior staff.
• Maintain accurate care records and documentation.
• Support residents and families during end-of-life care with sensitivity and compassion.
• Respond promptly to call bells and provide assistance as needed.
• Ensure safe use and maintenance of equipment such as hoists and wheelchairs.
• Adhere to health and safety, infection control, and safeguarding procedures at all times.

Requirements

• Genuine interest in caring for older people.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to attend mandatory and vocational training.
• Ability to work on your own initiative.
• Satisfactory PVG check.
• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 3 months of employment.
• Two satisfactory references.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level II or III in Health & Social Care (or working towards this qualification) – desirable.
• Previous experience supporting older people in a care setting – desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.55 per hour
• Flexible working opportunities to fit around your availability
• Ongoing training and development
• Support towards professional qualifications
• A friendly and supportive team environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to residents' lives every day

Pay

£13.55 per hour

Schedule

• Day Shift: 7:45am to 8:00pm
• Night Shift: 7:45pm to 8:00am