Job Description

Job Summary

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SOUTH AYRSHIRE

Are you a caring and compassionate person?

Do you like to spend quality time helping people and getting to know them?

We are looking for suitable people to join us to work as Care Attendants in our team throughout South Ayrshire.

Crossroads (South Ayrshire) Care Attendant Scheme is a local Charity established in 1985 to support carers in South Ayrshire by enabling them to have a few hours of respite regularly.

SVQ 2 level 2 in Health & Social Care is required for this post,

therefore if this is not already held, a commitment to undertake this is essential for employment.

Applicants preferably will

have their own transport

as the visits will be spread throughout the area. Appointment to post is subject to PVG and SSSC checks.

We currently offer rate of pay 12.60 per hour, excess travel expenses within South Ayrshire, and 5.6 weeks annual leave. We also are able to accept people who are interested in working on a voluntary basis. A pension scheme is available. We are an Equal Opportunities employer, however at this time we are encountering a high demand from the families we assist- for male care staff to support male clients.

If you are interested and available and can be flexible regarding availability

, please contact the Manager, Crossroads (South Ayrshire) by phoning on 01292 671331, to request an Application Form, as soon as possible, as Closing Date for applications is 20th August 2025.

Duties

The work involves caring for clients

in their homes

or on short local outings so that their regular carer can have a few hours break. This break will normally take place at the same time every week, to provide continuity for the families we support,

so we are looking for staff who can take on a realistic level of regular hours, as well as seeking some staff on a "bank" basis.

Minimum visit time is 2 hours, but is often longer, to enable carer to get a realistic break. This also allows staff to spend time with each client, and build up strong supportive connections.

Skills

Applicants must be flexible and reliable, with good communication skills and a real interest in helping people, and evidence of previous experience in caring is important.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Expected hours: 6 - 30 per week

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Flexitime
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person